If you plan to visit Auckland in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +66°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 88 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+45°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
88 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Auckland has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Auckland in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Auckland for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +46°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +70°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +68°F.
Is Auckland warm or cold in April?
Auckland is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +72°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +61°F to +57°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Auckland:
Water temperature in Auckland in April
Water in Auckland in April is Fresh. It varies from +65°F to +70°F, with an average of +67°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +66°F.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Auckland are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +70°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +58°F.
Can you swim in Auckland in April?
Water temperature (+67°F) in Auckland in April might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Auckland in April
Auckland weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+72°F
+66°F
+63°F
Min. temperature
+46°F
+45°F
+34°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+77°F
+72°F
Rainfall
86 mm
88 mm
101 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+70°F
+67°F
+64°F
Humidity
77%
79%
82%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
4
3
3
Cloudy days
9
9
10
Rainy days
18
18
18
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting colder in April. From +72°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +66°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 86 mm to 88 mm.Humidity rises from 77% to 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 4 sunny days in March to 3 in April.
Wind speed in Auckland in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Auckland is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 8 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Auckland based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 67% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 155 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 41 mm, which is moderate rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Auckland wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 126 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 59% chance of precipitation and 79 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Auckland?
This is the weather in Auckland in April 2023:
1 April
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+70°F
2 April
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+74°F
3 April
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+69°F
4 April
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+70°F
5 April
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+71°F
6 April
🌧️
+68°F
7 April
☁️
+74°F
8 April
☁️
+71°F
9 April
🌧️
+73°F
10 April
☀️
+74°F
11 April
🌧️
+73°F
12 April
🌧️
+70°F
13 April
🌧️
+73°F
14 April
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+72°F
15 April
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+68°F
16 April
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+71°F
17 April
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+71°F
18 April
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+73°F
19 April
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+74°F
20 April
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+75°F
21 April
🌧️
+70°F
22 April
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+71°F
23 April
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+68°F
24 April
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+65°F
25 April
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+66°F
26 April
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+68°F
27 April
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+66°F
28 April
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+67°F
29 April
🌧️
+66°F
30 April
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+68°F
In April 2023 Auckland had 5 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 59%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Auckland climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Auckland in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+62°F) and the highest in 2022 (+69°F). The driest year was 1993 with only 852 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 2571 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Auckland in April:
Is April a good time to visit Auckland?
It’s always a good time to visit Auckland, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Auckland in April?
April has mild temperatures in Auckland. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Auckland in April?
In general, you can swim in Auckland in April, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +67°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Auckland rainy in April?
Auckland is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Auckland in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Auckland in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in New Zealand
Check out the weather for other cities in New Zealand.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Auckland, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
