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St. John's Weather in April
St. John's in April sees low temperatures, with highs around 6°C (43°F) and overnight lows of -1°C (30°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 98 mm (3.9 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
Rainfall in St. John's in April
Historically, April sees about 15 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 98 mm (3.9 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in St. John's in April
St. John's in April gets highs of 6°C (43°F) during the day and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With overnight lows of -1°C (30°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.
Sunshine in St. John's in April
The area enjoys a balanced 140 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. August typically offers the best weather for St. John's.
St. John's Temperature in April
Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
98 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
140 hours
Percentage Sunshine
34%
St. John's Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in St. John's typically rise from around 4°C (39°F) at the start of April to approximately 7°C (45°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -3°C (27°F) to 1°C (34°F).
Average temperatures in April
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in April
Historical weather records for St. John's in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for St. John's spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
St. John's historical weather extremes in April
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in St. John's from 2006 through 2026.
- On April 29, 2018, temperatures climbed to 20°C (68°F), marking the warmest April day on record.
- The coldest April day was on April 6, 2016, with a maximum of -4°C (25°F).
- The coldest night in April in St. John's was on April 9, 2015, with a minimum of -11°C (12°F).
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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 St. John's in April
Cold weather calls for smart layering in April. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in St. John's in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling3/10 -
Walking3/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports3/10
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