Auvergne Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Auvergne, France in April.

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Gannay-sur-Loire Clermont-Ferrand Vichy Le Mont-Dore

Are you planning a trip a to Auvergne, France in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Auvergne in April

Auvergne, France is a region in France. April in Auvergne generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Saint-Flour to 17°C (63°F) in Moulins. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Moulins and 2°C (36°F) in Saint-Flour.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Auvergne, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Isle-et-Bardais with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Saint-Gérons with 133 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Gannay-sur-Loire as an example - it receives around 176 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Auvergne by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Auvergne — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gannay-sur-Loire)

January8°C (46°F) February10°C (50°F) March14°C (57°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September23°C (73°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Auvergne in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Auvergne.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Auvergne

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Auvergne, France?

Temperature range in Auvergne (April)

Precipitation variation in Auvergne (April)

Gannay-sur-Loire

In April Gannay-sur-Loire generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
176 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Gannay-sur-Loire →

Clermont-Ferrand

In April Clermont-Ferrand generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
176 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Clermont-Ferrand →

Vichy

In April Vichy generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
176 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
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Le Mont-Dore

In April Le Mont-Dore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
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Le Puy en Velay

In April Le Puy en Velay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
189 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Auvergne in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gannay-sur-Loire 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Clermont-Ferrand 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Vichy 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Le Mont-Dore 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Le Puy en Velay 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
La Bourboule 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)

Auvergne weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Auvergne, France in April?

Auvergne, France typically experiences tolerable weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Gannay-sur-Loire average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 6°C (43°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Auvergne, France in April?

Daytime temperatures in Gannay-sur-Loire peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in April, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does Auvergne, France get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Auvergne, France during April, with Gannay-sur-Loire averaging close to 81 mm (3.2 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Auvergne, France?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Auvergne, France with overall tolerable weather in Gannay-sur-Loire. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Gannay-sur-Loire. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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