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Old Orchard Beach Weather in April

April in Old Orchard Beach brings moderate temperatures around 12°C (54°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 109 mm (4.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Old Orchard Beach in April

This month experiences about 11 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 109 mm (4.3 in). When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Old Orchard Beach in April

April in Old Orchard Beach sees highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 2°C (36°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Old Orchard Beach in April

There are approximately 213 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.

Average water temperature in April

At 5°C (41°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Old Orchard Beach. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Old Orchard Beach Temperature in April

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Water Temperature
5°C (41°F) *
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
109 mm (4.3 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
67% *
Sunshine
213 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
* Data from: Portland, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

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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 Old Orchard Beach in April

Pack for changing conditions in Old Orchard Beach 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. The water temperature sits at about 5°C (41°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Old Orchard Beach in April

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    5/10

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