Wachau Valley Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Wachau Valley, Austria in April.

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Krems an der Donau Melk Weissenkirchen in der Wachau Spitz

Planning a journey to the Wachau Valley, Austria this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Wachau Valley in April

The Wachau Valley, Austria is a region in Austria. April in the Wachau Valley generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Krems an der Donau.

To explore the conditions in the Wachau Valley, Austria in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Krems an der Donau with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Melk with 66 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Krems an der Donau gets around 189 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 the Wachau Valley by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Wachau Valley — and find the best time to visit. (based on Krems an der Donau)

January3°C (37°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) This monthJune24°C (75°F) July26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Wachau Valley in April

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

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 Wachau Valley

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Wachau Valley, Austria?

Temperature range in the Wachau Valley (April)

Precipitation variation in the Wachau Valley (April)

Krems an der Donau

In April Krems an der Donau generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
189 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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Melk

In April Melk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
189 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Melk →

Weissenkirchen in der Wachau

In April Weissenkirchen in der Wachau generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
189 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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Spitz

In April Spitz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
189 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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Emmersdorf an der Donau

In April Emmersdorf an der Donau generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
189 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Krems an der Donau 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Melk 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Weissenkirchen in der Wachau 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Spitz 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Emmersdorf an der Donau 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Dürnstein 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

The Wachau Valley weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Wachau Valley, Austria in April?

April in the Wachau Valley, Austria brings tolerable weather. In Krems an der Donau, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in the Wachau Valley, Austria in April?

Average temperatures in the Wachau Valley, Austria during April range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Krems an der Donau.

Does the Wachau Valley, Austria get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Krems an der Donau averages just 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for the Wachau Valley, Austria.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Wachau Valley, Austria?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Krems an der Donau, April might be a good time to visit the Wachau Valley, Austria. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Wachau Valley, Austria is in May, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Krems an der Donau. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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