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South Portland Weather in April

In South Portland, April brings moderate daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to 2°C (36°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in South Portland in April

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 11 days of rain, averaging 112 mm (4.4 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in South Portland in April

Daytime temperatures in South Portland reach 12°C (54°F) in April, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. 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.

Sunshine in South Portland in April

The month enjoys around 213 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

Average water temperature in April

The water temperature is only 5°C (41°F) this month — cold enough that most people will want to stay out. Hardy swimmers may manage a quick dip, but it won't be comfortable.

April in South Portland has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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South Portland Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 5°C (41°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 112 mm (4.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 213 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Portland, the United States of America (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in April

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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 South Portland in April

Pack for changing conditions in South Portland in April. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. The water temperature sits at about 5°C (41°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in South Portland in April

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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