Nord Weather in April

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

Thinking about venturing to the Nord, France this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Nord in April

The Nord, France is a region in France. April in the Nord generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Lille.

For specific regional insights in the Nord, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Loon-Plage with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Fourmies with 68 mm (2.7 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Lille typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Lille gets around 174 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.

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

Best Places to Visit in the Nord in April

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

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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 the Nord

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

Temperature range in the Nord (April)

Precipitation variation in the Nord (April)

Lille

In April Lille generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
174 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Valenciennes

In April Valenciennes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
174 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Villeneuve d'Ascq

In April Villeneuve d'Ascq generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
174 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Tourcoing

In April Tourcoing generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
174 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Dunkerque

In April Dunkerque generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
191 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lille 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Valenciennes 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Villeneuve d'Ascq 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Tourcoing 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Dunkerque 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Cambrai 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

The Nord weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

In April, the Nord, France generally has tolerable weather conditions. Lille sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Lille peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in April, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does the Nord, France get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Nord, France during April, with Lille averaging close to 55 mm (2.2 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Nord, France?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Lille, April might be a good time to visit the Nord, France. 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 June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Lille. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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