Arthur's Pass weather in April (Canterbury, New Zealand)
Is April a good time to explore Arthur's Pass weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
In April, Arthur's Pass tends to experience moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 12°C. But by evening, they drop to around 4°C.
Precipitation
Arthur's Pass in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 213 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 15 days days of rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 142 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arthur's Pass climate page with graphs.
Arthur's Pass, monthly averages in April
Min Temperature
4°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
213 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
84% *
Sunshine
142 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in New Zealand in April
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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