Canton of Fribourg Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in April.

🔎
Fribourg Murten Le Pâquier Gruyères

Planning a journey to Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Canton of Fribourg in April

Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. April in Canton of Fribourg generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Jaun at 11°C (52°F) and mild in Murten at 15°C (59°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Murten and 1°C (34°F) in Jaun.

For a closer look at conditions across Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Estavayer-le-Lac with an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) to high rainfall in Jaun with 131 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Fribourg receives about 189 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Canton of Fribourg by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Canton of Fribourg — and find the best time to visit. (based on Fribourg)

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August23°C (73°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
Best Time to Visit Canton of Fribourg →

Best Places to Visit in Canton of Fribourg in April

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

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 Canton of Fribourg

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Canton of Fribourg (April)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Fribourg (April)

Fribourg

In April Fribourg 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
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
189 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Fribourg →

Murten

In April Murten generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
189 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Murten →

Le Pâquier

In April Le Pâquier generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
189 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Le Pâquier →

Gruyères

In April Gruyères generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
189 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Gruyères →

Albeuve

In April Albeuve generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
195 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
128 mm (5 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Albeuve →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Canton of Fribourg, in Switzerland.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canton of Fribourg in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fribourg 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Murten 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Le Pâquier 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Gruyères 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Albeuve 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Bad-Schwarzsee 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 126 mm (5 in)

Canton of Fribourg weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in April?

In April, Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Fribourg sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in April?

Average temperatures in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland during April range from a nighttime low near 3°C (37°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Fribourg.

Does Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland get a lot of rain in April?

Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland sees substantial rainfall in April. Fribourg typically averages about 110 mm (4.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland due to the typically unpleasant weather in Fribourg.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Fribourg. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Canton of Fribourg.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Switzerland? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Switzerland.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

The 5 most scenic train journeys in Switzerland

Explore Switzerland's top 5 train journeys, featuring breathtaking Alpine views and engineering marvels like the Glacier Express and Bernina Express.
You'll love this Mountain roller coaster

Hotel Oeschinensee’s mountain coaster is a summer toboggan that you want to add to your bucket list. You'll get in your cart, sit down and fly across the track while enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery around you.

The Verzasca Valley

You can visit the Verzasca Valley in any season. It's an amazing place for swimming and it is a paradise for hikers. A must see for the bucket list.
Balloon at Chateau D'oex

If you are looking for a special place to visit in Europe in January we recommend visiting the annual balloon festival in Château-d'Oex, Switzerland.

Must visit in Switzerland →