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New Zealand Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in New Zealand in April.

Are you planning a trip a to New Zealand in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in New Zealand in April

The weather in New Zealand in April can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Mount Cook Village at 10°C (50°F) to pleasant in Mangonui at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Mangonui and 1°C (34°F) in Mount Cook Village.

For a closer look at conditions across New Zealand, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tai Tapu with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Haast with 325 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Auckland, you can expect around 156 hours of sunlight in April, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in New Zealand in April

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in New Zealand

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in New Zealand?

Temperature range in New Zealand (April)

Precipitation variation in New Zealand (April)

Auckland

In April Auckland generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
156 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Christchurch

In April Christchurch generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
161 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Queenstown

In April Queenstown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
145 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Rotorua

In April Rotorua generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
170 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Taupo

In April Taupo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
158 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in New Zealand in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Auckland 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Christchurch 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Queenstown 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Nelson 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Wellington 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Franz Josef 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 302 mm (12 in)

New Zealand weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New Zealand in April?

Expect perfect weather across New Zealand in April. The popular destination of Auckland averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in New Zealand in April?

Auckland averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does New Zealand get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in New Zealand during April, with Auckland averaging close to 89 mm (3.5 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit New Zealand?

We believe that April is one of the best times to visit New Zealand with overall perfect weather in Auckland. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April and November offering mostly perfect weather in Auckland. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be unpleasant.

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