Weather in New Zealand for April 2026
In general, the average temperature in New Zealand at the beginning of April is 15.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 12.4 °C by the end of April.
The climate of New Zealand in April is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days, and a total of 531.5 mm of precipitation.
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New Zealand Weather April
What’s the Weather Like in New Zealand This April?
Temperatures trend during April in New Zealand
April weather in New Zealand day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Apr. |  Patchy rain possible | 17° /6° | 1.2 mm | 5 | |
| 2 Apr. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /5° | 3.6 mm | 5 | |
| 3 Apr. |  Sunny | 16° /5° | 1.1 mm | 5 | |
| 4 Apr. |  Overcast | 16° /6° | 0.8 mm | 5 | |
| 5 Apr. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /6° | 5.9 mm | 4 | |
| 6 Apr. | Overcast | 14° /3° | 3.3 mm | 5 | |
| 7 Apr. | Sunny | 15° /2° | 2.5 mm | 5 | |
| 8 Apr. | Sunny | 15° /2° | 3.7 mm | 5 | |
| 9 Apr. |  Partly cloudy | 15° /3° | 2.4 mm | 5 | |
| 10 Apr. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /6° | 6.7 mm | 5 | |
| 11 Apr. | Moderate rain at times | 14° /5° | 11.4 mm | 4 | |
| 12 Apr. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /5° | 15 mm | 4 | |
| 13 Apr. | Moderate rain at times | 13° /4° | 1.9 mm | 4 | |
| 14 Apr. | Sunny | 14° /3° | 5.1 mm | 4 | |
| 15 Apr. | Sunny | 14° /3° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 16 Apr. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /3° | 5.4 mm | 4 | |
| 17 Apr. |  Cloudy | 14° /3° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 18 Apr. | Cloudy | 13° /4° | 3.8 mm | 4 | |
| 19 Apr. | Cloudy | 14° /6° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 20 Apr. | Sunny | 15° /6° | 5.2 mm | 4 | |
| 21 Apr. | Cloudy | 14° /6° | 9 mm | 4 | |
| 22 Apr. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /4° | 1.7 mm | 4 | |
| 23 Apr. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /2° | 1.4 mm | 4 | |
| 24 Apr. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /3° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| 25 Apr. | Partly cloudy | 12° /2° | 7.1 mm | 4 | |
| 26 Apr. | Sunny | 11° /1° | 4.2 mm | 4 | |
| 27 Apr. | Partly cloudy | 12° /1° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 28 Apr. | Sunny | 14° /2° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 29 Apr. | Overcast | 13° /2° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 30 Apr. | Patchy rain possible | 13° /3° | 1.9 mm | 4 | |
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Guide for New Zealand in April
In New Zealand, April marks the transition from autumn to winter, bringing varied weather conditions across the country. At the beginning of the month, the North Island experiences mild temperatures with occasional showers, while the South Island starts to feel the chill of approaching winter.
In the North Island, cities like Auckland and Wellington can expect temperatures around 16° at the start of April, with some rainy days. As the month progresses, the temperatures gradually drop to around 14° towards the end of April, and the chance of rain decreases.
In the South Island, cities such as Christchurch and Queenstown begin April with cooler temperatures around 12° and the possibility of early snowfall in the alpine regions. By the end of the month, temperatures in these areas can drop further to around 10°, signaling the onset of winter.
The weather becomes more unpredictable, with a mix of sunny days and occasional cold fronts bringing rain and even snow in higher elevations.
Overall, April in New Zealand offers a diverse weather experience, with the North Island transitioning into cooler autumn conditions and the South Island embracing the arrival of winter.
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