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Tofino Weather in April

With daytime temperatures of 11°C (52°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F), April in Tofino brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that April is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Tofino in April

As part of the rainy season, Tofino sees around 17 days of rain in April, with an average of 233 mm (9.2 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Tofino in April

Temperatures in Tofino in April top out at 11°C (52°F) and drop to 6°C (43°F) overnight. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Tofino in April

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 172 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and rain.

April in Tofino can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Tofino Temperature in April

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
233 mm (9.2 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
73%
Sunshine
172 hours
Percentage Sunshine
42%

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tofino typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 11°C (52°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 1°C (34°F) to 4°C (39°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 Tofino in April

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

Tofino historical weather extremes in April

Based on weather observations in Tofino between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.

  • The hottest April day on record in Tofino reached 24°C (75°F) (April 28, 2023).
  • The lowest daytime temperature in April was 4°C (39°F), recorded on April 1, 2009.

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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 Tofino 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. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Tofino 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
    5/10

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