Saskatchewan Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saskatchewan, Canada in April.

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Saskatoon Regina Moose Jaw Swift Current

Planning a getaway to Saskatchewan, Canada 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 Saskatchewan in April

Saskatchewan, Canada is a region in Canada. April in Saskatchewan generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 9°C (48°F) in Christopher Lake to 12°C (54°F) in Estevan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Estevan and -4°C (25°F) in Christopher Lake.

To explore the conditions in Saskatchewan, Canada in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Saskatoon with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Shaunavon with 44 mm (1.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Saskatoon enjoys approximately 222 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Saskatchewan by month

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

January-9°C (16°F) February-7°C (19°F) March1°C (34°F) April11°C (52°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October11°C (52°F) November0°C (32°F) December-7°C (19°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Saskatchewan in April

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

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 Saskatchewan

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Saskatchewan, Canada?

Temperature range in Saskatchewan (April)

Precipitation variation in Saskatchewan (April)

Saskatoon

In April Saskatoon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
11°C (52°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
222 hours
263 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Saskatoon →

Regina

In April Regina generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
11°C (52°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
239 hours
265 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Regina →

Moose Jaw

In April Moose Jaw generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
12°C (54°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
239 hours
265 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Moose Jaw →

Swift Current

In April Swift Current generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Swift Current →

Prince Albert

In April Prince Albert generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
10°C (50°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-3°C (27°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Saskatchewan, in Canada.

In our records: Canada April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Canada in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest April day in Canada brought 290 mm (11 in) in Niagara on the Lake on April 27, 1981.

Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saskatoon 11°C (52°F) -2°C (28°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Regina 11°C (52°F) -2°C (28°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Moose Jaw 12°C (54°F) -2°C (28°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Swift Current 12°C (54°F) -1°C (30°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Prince Albert 10°C (50°F) -3°C (27°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Yorkton 10°C (50°F) -3°C (27°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)

Saskatchewan weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saskatchewan, Canada in April?

Saskatchewan, Canada typically experiences unpleasant weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Saskatoon average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Saskatchewan, Canada in April?

Saskatoon averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in April, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

Does Saskatchewan, Canada get a lot of snow/rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Saskatchewan, Canada. Saskatoon averages only about 36 mm (1.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Saskatchewan, Canada?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Saskatchewan, Canada due to the typically unpleasant weather in Saskatoon.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Saskatoon. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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