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Neuchâtel Weather in April

April in Neuchâtel typically sees daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella.

Rainfall in Neuchâtel in April

Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 116 mm (4.6 in) for the month. 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 Neuchâtel in April

April in Neuchâtel brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights around 4°C (39°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Neuchâtel in April

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 189 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Neuchâtel 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.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Neuchâtel.

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Neuchâtel Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm (4.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 189 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47% *  
* Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (19 KM, 11 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 Neuchâtel in April

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in April, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Neuchâtel 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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