Sankt Niklaus weather in April (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

How does the April weather in Sankt Niklaus compare to other months? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, April in Sankt Niklaus includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 5°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -4°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Sankt Niklaus in April usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 132 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 147 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Sankt Niklaus. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sankt Niklaus climate page with graphs.

 

Sankt Niklaus, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 132 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 147 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 58% *  

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in April

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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