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Opfikon Weather in April

During April, Opfikon experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and cooler nights around 5°C (41°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 99 mm (3.9 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Opfikon in April

You can expect rain on roughly 16 days based on historical data, averaging 99 mm (3.9 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Opfikon in April

Daytime temperatures in Opfikon reach 16°C (61°F) in April, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Opfikon in April

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 178 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Opfikon in April

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during April. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Opfikon.

Opfikon Temperature in April

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
99 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
67% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
178 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
47% *
* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (5 KM, 3 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 Opfikon in April

Pack for changing conditions in Opfikon 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. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Opfikon in April

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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