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Saanen Weather in April

Saanen in April averages 10°C (50°F) during the day and -1°C (30°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Saanen in April

Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of snow/rain are anticipated, with 140 mm (5.5 in) on average. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Saanen in April

Temperatures in Saanen in April top out at 10°C (50°F) and drop to -1°C (30°F) overnight. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of -1°C (30°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Saanen in April

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 211 hours of sunshine. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunny skies make it a pleasant time to visit Saanen.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. August typically offers the best weather for Saanen.

Saanen Temperature in April

Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
140 mm (5.5 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
59% *
Sunshine
211 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
59% *
* Data from: Sion, Switzerland (30 KM, 19 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Saanen in April

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Saanen in April. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Saanen in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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