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Weather in Canterbury for April 2027

Your guide to Canterbury weather in April - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Canterbury at the beginning of April is 17.5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 16.2 °C by the end of April.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Canterbury experiences moderate rainfall in April, with an average of 8 rainy days and a total precipitation of 58.5 mm.

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  • Is April a good time to visit Canterbury? check out the best time to travel to Canterbury page.

Average dry days
22
Dry days
Average rainy days
8
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
17°/9°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
74 %
Avg humidity

Canterbury Weather April

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March
May
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Patchy rain possible
17°
2
Patchy rain possible
18°
3
Light rain
18°
4
Patchy rain possible
19°
5
Patchy rain possible
18°
6
Light rain
17°
7
Patchy rain possible
16°
8
Patchy rain possible
18°
9
Overcast
19°
10
Patchy rain possible
19°
11
Light rain
20°
12
Patchy rain possible
17°
13
Patchy rain possible
16°
14
Partly cloudy
17°
15
Partly cloudy
15°
16
Overcast
17°
17
Light rain
16°
18
Patchy rain possible
18°
19
Patchy rain possible
18°
20
Light rain
16°
21
Moderate rain
16°
22
Patchy rain possible
15°
23
Partly cloudy
15°
24
Patchy rain possible
16°
25
Partly cloudy
18°
26
Partly cloudy
16°
27
Patchy rain possible
15°
28
Sunny
16°
29
Patchy rain possible
17°
30
Light rain
16°

What’s the Weather Like in Canterbury This April?

Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Canterbury’s cities this April.
Patchy rain possibleChristchurch17 °C / 9 °CCloudyLake Tekapo5 °C / 0 °CModerate snowMount Cook Village6 °C / 0 °CPatchy rain possibleTimaru6 °C / -1 °CMore Locations

Temperatures trend during April in Canterbury

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

April weather in Canterbury day by day

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March May
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /9° 1.4 mm 4.8
2 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /10° 1.4 mm 4.7
3 Apr. Light rain
Light rain
 18° /10° 3 mm 4.7
4 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /10° 2.4 mm 4.6
5 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /11° 0.7 mm 4.5
6 Apr. Light rain
Light rain
 17° /9° 2.7 mm 4.4
7 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /9° 1.7 mm 4
8 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /8° 1.1 mm 4.2
9 Apr. Overcast
Overcast
 19° /9° 0.2 mm 4.1
10 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /11° 1.3 mm 4.1
11 Apr. Light rain
Light rain
 20° /11° 3.5 mm 4
12 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /10° 2.3 mm 3.9
13 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /10° 1.3 mm 3.8
14 Apr. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 17° /8° 0.2 mm 3.7
15 Apr. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 15° /8° 0.1 mm 3.7
16 Apr. Overcast
Overcast
 17° /8° 0.8 mm 3.6
17 Apr. Light rain
Light rain
 16° /9° 2.6 mm 3.5
18 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /9° 2.2 mm 3.4
19 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /9° 1.6 mm 3.4
20 Apr. Light rain
Light rain
 16° /9° 3.1 mm 3.3
21 Apr. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 16° /10° 10.2 mm 3.2
22 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /7° 1.4 mm 3.2
23 Apr. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 15° /7° 0.1 mm 3.1
24 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /7° 2 mm 3
25 Apr. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 18° /7° 0.3 mm 3
26 Apr. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 16° /7° 0.7 mm 2.9
27 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /6° 0.5 mm 2.8
28 Apr. Sunny
Sunny
 16° /7° 0.1 mm 2.8
29 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /7° 1.4 mm 2.7
30 Apr. Light rain
Light rain
 16° /8° 8 mm 2.7
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Canterbury in April is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Canterbury forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Canterbury in April - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Canterbury during April?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 17° and cooler nights around 9°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Canterbury during April?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Canterbury during April, with a total of 58.5 mm spread over approximately 8 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

What are the typical wind conditions in Canterbury during April?
The average wind speed in Canterbury during April is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

April rainfall patterns in Canterbury

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Canterburys April weather 💧
Typically, Canterbury has 8 rainy days in April with a total of 58.5 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Canterbury during April

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of April ☀️
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Christchurch CityMackenzie DistrictTimaru District
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