Poitou-Charentes Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Poitou-Charentes, France in April.

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Royan Saint-Palais-sur-Mer La Palmyre Ronce-les-Bains

Are you planning a trip a to the Poitou-Charentes, France in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Poitou-Charentes in April

The Poitou-Charentes, France is a region in France. April in the Poitou-Charentes generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Ars-en-Ré at 15°C (59°F) to pleasant in La Barde at 19°C (66°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in La Barde and 10°C (50°F) in Ars-en-Ré.

For specific regional insights in the Poitou-Charentes, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Glénouze with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Roussines with 95 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Royan enjoys about 197 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Poitou-Charentes by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Poitou-Charentes — and find the best time to visit. (based on Royan)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March16°C (61°F) April18°C (64°F) May22°C (72°F) This monthJune25°C (77°F) July27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November15°C (59°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Poitou-Charentes in April

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

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 the Poitou-Charentes

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

Temperature range in the Poitou-Charentes (April)

Precipitation variation in the Poitou-Charentes (April)

Royan

In April Royan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
197 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Royan →

Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

In April Saint-Palais-sur-Mer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
197 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer →

La Palmyre

In April La Palmyre generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
197 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in La Palmyre →

Ronce-les-Bains

In April Ronce-les-Bains generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
197 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Ronce-les-Bains →

Vaux-sur-Mer

In April Vaux-sur-Mer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
197 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Vaux-sur-Mer →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Poitou-Charentes in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Royan 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Saint-Palais-sur-Mer 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
La Palmyre 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Ronce-les-Bains 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Vaux-sur-Mer 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Poitiers 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

The Poitou-Charentes weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Poitou-Charentes, France in April?

the Poitou-Charentes, France typically experiences pleasant weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Royan average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Poitou-Charentes, France in April?

Average temperatures in the Poitou-Charentes, France during April range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Royan.

Does the Poitou-Charentes, France get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Poitou-Charentes, France during April, with Royan averaging close to 67 mm (2.6 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Poitou-Charentes, France?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit the Poitou-Charentes, France with overall pleasant weather in Royan. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Royan. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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