Tasman Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tasman, New Zealand in April.

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Motueka Mapua Richmond Tasman

Considering a trip to Tasman, New Zealand this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Tasman in April

Tasman, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. April in Tasman generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 15°C (59°F) in Murchison to 17°C (63°F) in Kaiteriteri. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Kaiteriteri and 5°C (41°F) in Murchison.

To explore the conditions in Tasman, New Zealand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Richmond with an average of 112 mm (4.4 in) to high rainfall in Collingwood with 158 mm (6.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Motueka gets around 188 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.

Explore Tasman by month

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

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March19°C (66°F) April17°C (63°F) May15°C (59°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tasman in April

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

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 Tasman

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Tasman, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Tasman (April)

Precipitation variation in Tasman (April)

Motueka

In April Motueka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
188 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
mixed
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Mapua

In April Mapua generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
195 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
mixed
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Richmond

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

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
195 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
mixed
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Tasman

In April Tasman generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
188 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
mixed
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Takaka

In April Takaka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
188 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
mixed
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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Motueka 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Mapua 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Richmond 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Tasman 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Takaka 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Collingwood 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)

Tasman weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tasman, New Zealand in April?

April in Tasman, New Zealand brings mixed weather. In Motueka, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Tasman, New Zealand in April?

Average temperatures in Tasman, New Zealand during April range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Motueka.

Does Tasman, New Zealand get a lot of rain in April?

Yes, April tends to be a wetter month in Tasman, New Zealand. Average rainfall in Motueka sits around 123 mm (4.8 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Tasman, New Zealand?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Tasman, New Zealand with often mixed weather in Motueka.

Generally speaking, February provides excellent weather in Motueka. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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