Kumara Weather in April

Kumara in April averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. April is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.

Rainfall in Kumara in April

As part of the rainy season, Kumara sees around 17 days of rain in April, with an average of 239 mm (9.4 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Kumara in April

Temperatures in Kumara in April top out at 16°C (61°F) and drop to 9°C (48°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights fall to 9°C (48°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Kumara in April

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 142 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and rain.

Wind Speed in Kumara in April

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during April. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

Average water temperature in April

At 14°C (57°F), the water is cool but manageable for those who don't mind a bit of a shock getting in. Most people adjust after a few minutes.

April in Kumara 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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Kumara Temperature in April

Min Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Max Temperature 16°C (61°F)  

Water Temperature 14°C (57°F) *  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 239 mm (9.4 in)  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Windspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  

Sunshine 142 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (19 KM, 11 Miles).

What to Wear in Kumara in April

Pleasant temperatures in April mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! With water temperatures around 14°C (57°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Kumara in April

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Zealand, check out our Kumara's climate page.

More climate data for Kumara

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