Caen weather in April (Lower Normandy, France)

Is April a good time to explore Caen weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, April in Caen includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 16°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 6°C.

Precipitation

Caen in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 170 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Caen climate page with graphs.

 

Caen, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 65 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 80%  

Sunshine 170 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in France in April

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Caen.

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