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Switzerland Weather in April

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

Planning a journey to Switzerland this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Switzerland in April

Switzerland offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In April, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to mild, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Ulrichen at 2°C (36°F) to mild in Chiasso at 17°C (63°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in Chiasso and -5°C (23°F) in Ulrichen. April is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Müstair with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Saas-Almagell with 167 mm (6.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Zermatt, you can expect around 147 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.

Explore Switzerland by month

Best Places to Visit in Switzerland in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Switzerland.

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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 Switzerland

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

Temperature range in Switzerland (April)

Precipitation variation in Switzerland (April)

Zermatt

In April Zermatt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
147 hours
160 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
153 mm (6 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Grindelwald

In April Grindelwald generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
155 hours
183 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Nendaz

In April Nendaz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
211 hours
230 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Zürich

In April Zürich generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
146 hours
178 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Davos

In April Davos generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
153 hours
155 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zermatt 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Interlaken 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Zürich 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Davos 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Lauterbrunnen 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Lucerne 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)

Switzerland weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Switzerland in April?

In April, Switzerland generally has poor weather conditions. Zermatt sees daytime temperatures near 3°C (37°F), with nights cooling to roughly -6°C (21°F).

What is the average temperature in Switzerland in April?

Average temperatures in Switzerland during April range from a nighttime low near -6°C (21°F) to a daytime high around 3°C (37°F) in Zermatt.

Does Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in April?

Switzerland sees substantial snow/rainfall in April. Zermatt typically averages about 153 mm (6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Switzerland?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Switzerland due to the typically poor weather in Zermatt.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Zermatt.

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