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Hammerfest Weather in April

April in Hammerfest sees daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and lows of -2°C (28°F) at night. With around 77 mm (3 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Hammerfest in April

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 8 days, totalling around 77 mm (3 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Hammerfest in April

In April, Hammerfest sees low temperatures, with highs of 3°C (37°F). Nights drop to around -2°C (28°F). Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. Nights are well below freezing at -2°C (28°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Hammerfest in April

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 207 hours of sunshine. Despite the cool temperatures, these sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

April in Hammerfest can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Hammerfest Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C (28°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 207 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Best Places in Norway in April

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Hammerfest in April

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Hammerfest in April. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Hammerfest in April

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

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