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Sognefjord Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Sognefjord, Norway in April.

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Flåm Sogndal Balestrand Gudvangen

Planning a getaway to the Sognefjord, Norway 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 the Sognefjord in April

The Sognefjord, Norway is a region in Norway. April in the Sognefjord generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Flåm to 6°C (43°F) in Kaupanger. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Kaupanger and -2°C (28°F) in Flåm. In many areas in Norway, April brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across the Sognefjord, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Kaupanger with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to high snow/rainfall in Balestrand with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Explore the Sognefjord by month

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

January-2°C (28°F) February-2°C (28°F) March1°C (34°F) April4°C (39°F) May9°C (48°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August16°C (61°F) September11°C (52°F) October5°C (41°F) November1°C (34°F) December-2°C (28°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Sognefjord in April

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

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 Sognefjord

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Sognefjord, Norway?

Temperature range in the Sognefjord (April)

Precipitation variation in the Sognefjord (April)

Flåm

In April Flåm generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Flåm →

Sogndal

In April Sogndal generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°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
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Sogndal →

Balestrand

In April Balestrand generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°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
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Balestrand →

Gudvangen

In April Gudvangen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Gudvangen →

Aurland

In April Aurland generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Aurland →

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

Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flåm 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Sogndal 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Balestrand 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Gudvangen 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Aurland 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Kaupanger 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

The Sognefjord weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Sognefjord, Norway in April?

Expect less favorable weather across the Sognefjord, Norway in April. The popular destination of Flåm averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -2°C (28°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Sognefjord, Norway in April?

Average temperatures in the Sognefjord, Norway during April range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 4°C (39°F) in Flåm.

Does the Sognefjord, Norway get a lot of snow/rain in April?

Not particularly. Flåm averages just 94 mm (3.7 in) of snow/rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for the Sognefjord, Norway.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Sognefjord, Norway?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit the Sognefjord, Norway due to the typically less favorable weather in Flåm.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly mixed weather in Flåm.

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