Jotunheimen National Park

Jotunheimen National Park Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jotunheimen National Park, Norway in April.

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

What to Expect in Jotunheimen National Park in April

Jotunheimen National Park, Norway is a region in Norway. April in Jotunheimen National Park generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Lom at 2°C (36°F) to cold in Vågåmo at 4°C (39°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -5°C (23°F) in Vågåmo and -5°C (23°F) in Lom. April is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

To explore the conditions in Jotunheimen National Park, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Vågåmo with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Skjolden with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Skjolden gets around 140 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Jotunheimen National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Jotunheimen National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Skjolden)

Best Places to Visit in Jotunheimen National Park in April

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Jotunheimen National Park

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Jotunheimen National Park, Norway?

Temperature range in Jotunheimen National Park (April)

Precipitation variation in Jotunheimen National Park (April)

Skjolden

In April Skjolden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
140 hours
180 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Lom

In April Lom generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Vågåmo

In April Vågåmo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Jotunheimen National Park, in Norway.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jotunheimen National Park in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Skjolden 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Lom 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Vågåmo 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Jotunheimen National Park weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jotunheimen National Park, Norway in April?

Jotunheimen National Park, Norway typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Skjolden average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -4°C (25°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Jotunheimen National Park, Norway in April?

Daytime temperatures in Skjolden peak at roughly 3°C (37°F) in April, dropping to about -4°C (25°F) overnight.

Does Jotunheimen National Park, Norway get a lot of snow/rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Jotunheimen National Park, Norway during April, with Skjolden averaging close to 89 mm (3.5 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Jotunheimen National Park, Norway?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Jotunheimen National Park, Norway with often poor weather in Skjolden.

On average, the best time to visit Jotunheimen National Park, Norway is in July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Skjolden.

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