Locarno weather in April (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Locarno during April? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During April, Locarno usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 13°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C.

Precipitation

Locarno in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 155 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 196 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Locarno. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Locarno climate page with graphs.

 

Locarno, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 155 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 58%  

Sunshine 196 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 53%  

Where to go in Switzerland in April

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

5/10

Interested in more climate information?

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