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Schaffhausen Weather in April

In Schaffhausen, April brings moderate daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to 5°C (41°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Schaffhausen in April

Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 85 mm (3.3 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Schaffhausen in April

In April, Schaffhausen sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights drop to around 5°C (41°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Schaffhausen in April

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 178 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances for Schaffhausen.

Schaffhausen Temperature in April

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
85 mm (3.3 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
67% *
Sunshine
178 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
47% *
* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (35 KM, 21 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 Schaffhausen in April

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in April, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Schaffhausen in April

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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