April could be a good time to visit Christchurch, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +63°F, and there are typically 5 sunny days in April. However, expect about 13 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 49 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
49 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Christchurch has OK weather in April.
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Average temperature in Christchurch in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Christchurch for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +64°F with a maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +37°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 26% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +61°F.
Is Christchurch warm or cold in April?
Christchurch is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +68°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +54°F to +48°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 Christchurch:
Water temperature in Christchurch in April
Water in Christchurch in April is Cold. It varies from +54°F to +59°F, with an average of +57°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +63°F.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Christchurch are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +61°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +49°F.
Can you swim in Christchurch in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Christchurch in April, the water is very cold (+57°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Christchurch in April
Christchurch weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+68°F
+63°F
+59°F
Min. temperature
+36°F
+32°F
+25°F
Max. temperature
+88°F
+84°F
+77°F
Rainfall
48 mm
49 mm
60 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F
+57°F
+54°F
Humidity
74%
77%
80%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
5
5
5
Cloudy days
14
12
12
Rainy days
12
13
14
Snowy days
0
0
0
April typically has worse weather conditions compared to March.It’s getting colder in April. From +68°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +63°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 48 mm to 49 mm.Humidity rises from 74% to 77%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 5 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in Christchurch in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 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 Christchurch is gradually decreasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Christchurch based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 81 mm, with a 43% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 13 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:
Christchurch wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 61 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 38% chance of precipitation and 42 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Christchurch?
This is the weather in Christchurch in April 2023:
1 April
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+70°F
2 April
🌧️
+69°F
3 April
☀️
+63°F
4 April
☀️
+67°F
5 April
☁️
+68°F
6 April
☁️
+60°F
7 April
☁️
+58°F
8 April
☁️
+61°F
9 April
☁️
+65°F
10 April
☁️
+66°F
11 April
☁️
+66°F
12 April
☁️
+67°F
13 April
🌧️
+61°F
14 April
☁️
+61°F
15 April
☁️
+63°F
16 April
☁️
+64°F
17 April
☁️
+66°F
18 April
🌧️
+71°F
19 April
☁️
+65°F
20 April
☁️
+63°F
21 April
🌧️
+59°F
22 April
☁️
+65°F
23 April
☀️
+65°F
24 April
☀️
+58°F
25 April
☀️
+65°F
26 April
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+57°F
27 April
☀️
+64°F
28 April
☁️
+61°F
29 April
☁️
+65°F
30 April
☁️
+61°F
In April 2023 Christchurch had 8 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Christchurch climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Christchurch in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+59°F) and the highest in 2019 (+65°F). The driest year was 1988 with only 348 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 963 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Christchurch in April:
Is April a good time to visit Christchurch?
It’s always a good time to visit Christchurch, 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 Christchurch in April?
April has mild temperatures in Christchurch. 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 Christchurch in April?
Swimming in Christchurch in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Christchurch rainy in April?
Christchurch is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Christchurch in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Christchurch 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 Christchurch, 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.
