Kaikoura weather in April (Canterbury, New Zealand)
What can you expect from the weather in Kaikoura during April? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In April, Kaikoura generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.
Kaikoura in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. Typically around 9 days of rainfall is expected.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January and February typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kaikoura climate page with graphs.
Kaikoura, monthly averages in April
Min Temperature
9°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
86 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Where to go in New Zealand in April
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Kaikoura in April?
For visitors traveling to Kaikoura, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.
Interested in more climate information?
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