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Stavanger Weather in April

Stavanger in April sees low temperatures, with highs around 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 102 mm (4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Stavanger in April

The climate data from previous years indicates about 17 days of rain, averaging 102 mm (4 in) for the month. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Stavanger in April

Daytime temperatures in Stavanger reach 10°C (50°F) in April, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Stavanger in April

With about 168 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Stavanger. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Stavanger Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 102 mm (4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 168 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Stavanger typically rise from around 8°C (46°F) at the start of April to approximately 11°C (52°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 5°C (41°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 for Stavanger in April

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

Stavanger historical weather extremes in April

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

  • On April 29, 2000, temperatures climbed to 25°C (77°F), marking the warmest April day on record.
  • Stavanger experienced its chilliest April day on April 10, 1986, reaching only 2°C (36°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was -8°C (18°F) (April 11, 1977).

Best Places in Norway 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 Stavanger in April

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Stavanger in April. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Stavanger in April

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

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

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