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Lichtensteig Weather in April

April in Lichtensteig averages 13°C (55°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 128 mm (5 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Lichtensteig in April

Expect around 17 days of rain based on historical data, with 128 mm (5 in) average. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Lichtensteig in April

Daytime highs in Lichtensteig in April reach 13°C (55°F), with nights around 3°C (37°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Lichtensteig in April

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 163 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Lichtensteig in April

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in April. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. September typically offers the best weather for Lichtensteig.

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Lichtensteig Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 128 mm (5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 163 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Switzerland (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in April

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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 Lichtensteig in April

Pack for changing conditions in Lichtensteig in April. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Lichtensteig 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
Outdoor sports
9/10

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