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Obwalden Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Obwalden, Switzerland in April.

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Engelberg Sarnen Frutt Flüeli

Planning a trip to Obwalden, Switzerland this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Obwalden in April

Obwalden, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. April in Obwalden generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Frutt to 10°C (50°F) in Sarnen. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Sarnen and -2°C (28°F) in Frutt.

For a closer look at conditions across Obwalden, Switzerland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

April is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 143 mm (5.6 in) in Engelberg.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Engelberg receives about 144 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 Obwalden by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Obwalden - and find the best time to visit. (based on Engelberg)

January-1°C (30°F) February0°C (32°F) March4°C (39°F) April8°C (46°F) May12°C (54°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August18°C (64°F) September15°C (59°F) October10°C (50°F) November4°C (39°F) December0°C (32°F)
Best Time to Visit Obwalden →

Best Places to Visit in Obwalden in April

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

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 Obwalden

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

Temperature range in Obwalden (April)

Precipitation variation in Obwalden (April)

Engelberg

In April Engelberg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
144 hours
156 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Engelberg →

Sarnen

In April Sarnen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
144 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Sarnen →

Frutt

In April Frutt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
144 hours
156 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Frutt →

Flüeli

In April Flüeli generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
144 hours
156 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Flüeli →

Giswil

In April Giswil generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
155 hours
183 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Giswil →

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

Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Engelberg 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Sarnen 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Frutt 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Flüeli 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Giswil 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Sachseln 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)

Obwalden weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Obwalden, Switzerland in April?

Obwalden, Switzerland typically experiences less favorable weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Engelberg average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Obwalden, Switzerland in April?

In Engelberg, the average daytime high in April is 8°C (46°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

Does Obwalden, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in April?

Obwalden, Switzerland sees substantial snow/rainfall in April. Engelberg typically averages about 143 mm (5.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Obwalden, Switzerland?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Engelberg, April may not be the ideal time to visit Obwalden, Switzerland.

On average, the best time to visit Obwalden, Switzerland is in September with generally mixed weather in Engelberg.

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