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Horgen weather in April (Canton of Zurich, Switzerland)

What can you expect from the weather in Horgen during April? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Horgen typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 4°C.

Horgen in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 117 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 178 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Horgen, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 117 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 178 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47% *  
* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in April

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

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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 Horgen in April?

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 in April.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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