With daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F), April in Tanah Rata brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that April is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.
April in Tanah Rata has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
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Based on weather observations in Tanah Rata between 2005 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during 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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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