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Lens Weather in April

Lens in April sees low temperatures, with highs around 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows of -3°C (27°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 121 mm (4.8 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Lens in April

Historically, the month has about 17 days of snow/rain, averaging 121 mm (4.8 in) in total. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Lens in April

If you're visiting Lens in April, expect highs of 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows around -3°C (27°F). Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of -3°C (27°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Lens in April

The month enjoys around 211 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

Wind Speed in Lens 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.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Lens. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Lens Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 121 mm (4.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 59% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59% *  
* Data from: Sion, Switzerland (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland 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 Lens in April

Cold weather calls for smart layering in April. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Lens in April

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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