Hammerfest weather in April (Finnmark, Norway)

What weather conditions can you expect in Hammerfest this April? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In April, Hammerfest typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 3°C. At night, they generally drop to -2°C. The month brings very cold weather, so dressing warmly is essential. Prepare with multiple layers for added warmth.

Precipitation

Hammerfest in April usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 8 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 207 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Hammerfest. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Hammerfest, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 77 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 207 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in April

Find out more about the weather in Norway 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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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