Schaffhausen weather in April (Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Schaffhausen this April? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In April, Schaffhausen typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 15°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Schaffhausen in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

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

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?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Schaffhausen.

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