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Locarno Weather in April
During April, Locarno experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 13°C (55°F) and cooler nights around 3°C (37°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 155 mm (6.1 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Locarno in April
Rain is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 155 mm (6.1 in) for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.
Temperature in Locarno in April
April in Locarno brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Locarno in April
The month enjoys around 196 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Locarno. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Locarno Temperature in April
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
155 mm (6.1 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
58%
Sunshine
196 hours
Percentage Sunshine
53%
Locarno Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Locarno typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 13°C (55°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 8°C (46°F).
Average temperatures in April
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in April
Historical weather records for Locarno in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Locarno spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Locarno historical weather extremes in April
Based on weather observations in Locarno between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.
- The hottest April day on record in Locarno reached 31°C (88°F) (April 9, 2011).
- Locarno experienced its chilliest April day on April 4, 2010, reaching only 4°C (39°F).
- The coldest night in April in Locarno was on April 22, 1980, with a minimum of -9°C (16°F).
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 Locarno in April
The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Locarno in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
Locarno 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in April
Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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7°C (45°F) Crans-Montana7°C (45°F) Davos6°C (43°F) Grindelwald5°C (41°F) Saas-Fee
4°C (39°F) Zermatt3°C (37°F) Bucket list
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