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Narvik in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Narvik in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Narvik, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Narvik in April 2025

OK Weather
Chill
🌨️
Snowy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Narvik in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +41°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 11 snowy days in the month and around 72 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+41°F
Avg. max. temperature
+5°F
Min.
+68°F
Max.
72 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Narvik has OK weather in April.

Average temperature in Narvik in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Narvik for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +52°F during the day to a minimum of +19°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +43°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +36°F to +43°F.

Is Narvik warm or cold in April?

Narvik is typically chill in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +34°F to +41°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +23°F to +30°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Narvik:

Water temperature in Narvik in April

Water in Narvik in April is Cold. It varies from +38°F to +42°F, with an average of +40°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +41°F.

The water temperature in April is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Narvik are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +54°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +39°F.

Can you swim in Narvik in April?

We would not recommend swimming in Narvik in April, the water is very cold (+40°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
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 Narvik in April

Narvik weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+34°F+41°F+50°F
Min. temperature
-11°F+5°F+14°F
Max. temperature
+54°F+68°F+82°F
Rainfall
65 mm72 mm99 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+39°F+40°F+43°F
Humidity
72%72%71%
Air pressure
1006 HPa1011 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
233
Cloudy days
978
Rainy days
3918
Snowy days
16113

April weather is still as ok as in March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +34°F to +41°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 65 mm to 72 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 2 to 3.

May brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Narvik in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Narvik is gradually increasing during April, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 47% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 73 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 14 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:
Narvik wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 148 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 64 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during April in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of snow on an average day in April, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 46 mm.

Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last April in Narvik?

This is the weather in Narvik in April 2023:
1 April
🌨️
+35°F
2 April
☁️
+33°F
3 April
☁️
+39°F
4 April
🌧️
+41°F
5 April
☁️
+47°F
6 April
☁️
+52°F
7 April
☁️
+43°F
8 April
🌧️
+39°F
9 April
☁️
+48°F
10 April
☀️
+48°F
11 April
☀️
+47°F
12 April
☀️
+48°F
13 April
☀️
+47°F
14 April
☀️
+49°F
15 April
☁️
+49°F
16 April
☁️
+45°F
17 April
☁️
+43°F
18 April
☁️
+51°F
19 April
🌧️
+43°F
20 April
🌧️
+43°F
21 April
🌧️
+42°F
22 April
🌨️
+33°F
23 April
☁️
+35°F
24 April
☀️
+38°F
25 April
☀️
+40°F
26 April
☁️
+43°F
27 April
☁️
+50°F
28 April
🌧️
+49°F
29 April
🌨️
+37°F
30 April
☀️
+43°F
In April 2023 Narvik had 8 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +43°F, with an absolute maximum of +52°F and a minimum of +34°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 3 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Narvik climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Narvik in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+42°F) and the highest in 1990 (+47°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 664 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1620 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Narvik in April:

Is April a good time to visit Narvik?

It’s always a good time to visit Narvik, 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 Narvik in April?

Not really, April is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Narvik in April?

Swimming in Narvik in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Narvik rainy in April?

Narvik 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 Narvik in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Narvik in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Norway

Check out the weather for other cities in Norway.

Monthly weather in Narvik

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Narvik, 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.