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Smolensk Weather in April

April in Smolensk brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 12°C (54°F) and nights dropping to 2°C (36°F). Expect some rainfall, with around 49 mm (1.9 in) typical for the month.

Rainfall in Smolensk in April

You can typically expect 14 days of rain this month, averaging around 49 mm (1.9 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Smolensk in April

April in Smolensk sees highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

For Smolensk itself, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Smolensk Temperature in April

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
49 mm (1.9 in)
Rainy days
14 days

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Smolensk typically rise from around 7°C (45°F) at the start of April to approximately 15°C (59°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 0°C (32°F) to 5°C (41°F).

Average temperatures in April

Historical weather records for Smolensk in April

Browse day-by-day weather records for Smolensk spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Smolensk historical weather extremes in April

Based on 50 years of weather observations in Smolensk between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.

  • On April 29, 2012, temperatures climbed to 28°C (82°F), marking the warmest April day on record.
  • On April 2, 2004, Smolensk saw its coldest April day with temperatures maxing out at -2°C (28°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was -9°C (16°F) (April 2, 2003).

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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 Smolensk in April

The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.

What To Do in Smolensk in April

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

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Barbeque
    4/10
  • Camping
    5/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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