If you plan to visit Oulu in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +39°F during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 8 snowy days in the month and around 15 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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+39°F
Avg. max. temperature
0°F
Min.
+64°F
Max.
14 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Oulu has OK weather in April.
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Average temperature in Oulu in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Oulu 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 +3°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +41°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 15% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°F to +41°F.
Is Oulu warm or cold in April?
Oulu is typically chill in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +28°F to +39°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +18°F to +27°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 Oulu:
Water temperature in Oulu in April
Water in Oulu in April is Cold. It varies from +29°F to +34°F, with an average of +32°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +39°F.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Oulu are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +62°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +31°F.
Can you swim in Oulu in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Oulu in April, the water is very cold (+32°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
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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
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 Oulu in April
Oulu weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+28°F
+39°F
+52°F
Min. temperature
-18°F
0°F
+19°F
Max. temperature
+52°F
+64°F
+86°F
Rainfall
4 mm
14 mm
45 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+32°F
+32°F
+38°F
Humidity
82%
76%
71%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
6
7
8
Cloudy days
12
12
9
Rainy days
1
4
12
Snowy days
12
8
2
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +28°F to +39°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 14 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 82% to 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 6 to 7.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in May as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Oulu in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Oulu is gradually decreasing during April, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Oulu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 20% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 22 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 6 rainy days during April, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Oulu wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 77 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during April in Oulu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 7% chance of snow on an average day in April, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 11 mm.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last April in Oulu?
This is the weather in Oulu in April 2023:
1 April
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+33°F
2 April
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+35°F
3 April
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+33°F
4 April
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+32°F
5 April
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+41°F
6 April
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+44°F
7 April
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+44°F
8 April
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+39°F
9 April
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+46°F
10 April
☀️
+46°F
11 April
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+40°F
12 April
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+47°F
13 April
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+38°F
14 April
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+42°F
15 April
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+42°F
16 April
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+45°F
17 April
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+39°F
18 April
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+45°F
19 April
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+41°F
20 April
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+47°F
21 April
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+44°F
22 April
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+38°F
23 April
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+38°F
24 April
🌨️
+38°F
25 April
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+37°F
26 April
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+49°F
27 April
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+51°F
28 April
🌨️
+36°F
29 April
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+36°F
30 April
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+40°F
In April 2023 Oulu had 24 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +41°F, with an absolute maximum of +52°F and a minimum of +32°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 33%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Oulu climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Oulu in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+37°F) and the highest in 2020 (+47°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 247 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 603 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Oulu in April:
Is April a good time to visit Oulu?
It’s always a good time to visit Oulu, 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 Oulu in April?
Not really, April is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Oulu in April?
Swimming in Oulu in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Oulu rainy in April?
Oulu is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Oulu in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Oulu in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Finland
Check out the weather for other cities in Finland.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Oulu, 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.
