Lorraine Weather in April

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

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Metz Gérardmer Nancy Plombières-les-Bains

Planning a getaway to Lorraine, France this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Lorraine in April

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Metz.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hagondange with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to high rainfall in Basse-sur-le-Rupt with 102 mm (4 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Metz.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Metz typically sees 179 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Lorraine in April

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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 Lorraine

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

Temperature range in Lorraine (April)

Precipitation variation in Lorraine (April)

Metz

In April Metz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
179 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Metz →

Gérardmer

In April Gérardmer 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
10°C (50°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
142 hours
178 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Gérardmer →

Nancy

In April Nancy generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
179 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Nancy →

Plombières-les-Bains

In April Plombières-les-Bains generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
178 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Plombières-les-Bains →

Xonrupt-Longemer

In April Xonrupt-Longemer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
178 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Xonrupt-Longemer →

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Metz 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Gérardmer 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Nancy 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Plombières-les-Bains 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Xonrupt-Longemer 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Épinal 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Lorraine weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Lorraine, France typically experiences tolerable weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Metz average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Metz peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in April, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lorraine, France during April, with Metz averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Lorraine, France?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Lorraine, France with overall tolerable weather in Metz. 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 Metz. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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