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Poitiers Weather in April

April in Poitiers brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 69 mm (2.7 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Poitiers in April

On average, there are about 14 days with rain during this month, averaging 69 mm (2.7 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Poitiers in April

April in Poitiers sees highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) overnight. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Poitiers in April

The month enjoys around 192 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Poitiers Temperature in April

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
69 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
192 hours
Percentage Sunshine
48%

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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 Poitiers in April

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in April. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Poitiers in April

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

  • Swimming
    6/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Barbeque
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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