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Victoria Weather in April
April in Victoria sees daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. With around 73 mm (2.9 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Victoria in April
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with rain, averaging 73 mm (2.9 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Victoria in April
Temperatures in Victoria in April top out at 12°C (54°F) and drop to 7°C (45°F) overnight. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Victoria in April
With approximately 201 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Victoria.
Victoria Temperature in April
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
73 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
60%
Sunshine
201 hours
Percentage Sunshine
50%
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Victoria typically rise from around 11°C (52°F) at the start of April to approximately 14°C (57°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 4°C (39°F) to 7°C (45°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 Victoria in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Victoria spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Victoria historical weather extremes in April
Based on weather observations in Victoria between 1979 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.
- Victoria recorded its highest April temperature of 26°C (79°F) on April 30, 1998.
- On April 1, 2009, Victoria saw its coldest April day with temperatures maxing out at 5°C (41°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 Victoria 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Victoria in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports6/10
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