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St. Gallen Weather in April

St. Gallen in April sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 119 mm (4.7 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in St. Gallen in April

Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 119 mm (4.7 in). Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in St. Gallen in April

Daytime temperatures in St. Gallen reach 14°C (57°F) in April, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to 4°C (39°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in St. Gallen in April

The month brings about 171 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and overcast.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, May, June, July, August and September typically offer 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.

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St. Gallen Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 119 mm (4.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
SunshineSunshine 171 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 44%  

Best Places 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 (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 St. Gallen 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in St. Gallen in April

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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