Schaffhausen weather in April (Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland)

Curious about the April weather in Schaffhausen? This guide provides all the details you need.

In April, Schaffhausen typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 5°C.

Schaffhausen in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

The city usually sees around 178 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Schaffhausen, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 67% *  

Sunshine 178 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 47% *  

* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (35 KM, 21 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in April

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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 Schaffhausen in April?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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