Fox Glacier Weather in April
Fox Glacier in April sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 296 mm (12 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Fox Glacier in April
Fox Glacier is in the rainy season in April, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 296 mm (12 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.
Temperature in Fox Glacier in April
Daytime temperatures in Fox Glacier reach 14°C (57°F) in April, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.If you're interested in exploring other destinations, our weather planner can help you discover additional travel options worldwide.
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Fox Glacier Temperature in April
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
296 mm (12 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Historical weather for Fox Glacier in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Fox Glacier spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Fox Glacier historical weather extremes in April
Based on weather observations in Fox Glacier between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.
- Fox Glacier recorded its highest April temperature of 23°C (73°F) on April 25, 2022.
- On April 14, 2015, Fox Glacier saw its coldest April day with temperatures maxing out at 5°C (41°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was -5°C (23°F) (April 14, 2015).
- The wettest April day on record brought 146 mm (5.7 in) of precipitation to Fox Glacier (April 27, 2009).
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What to Wear in Fox Glacier in April
The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.What To Do in Fox Glacier in April
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