April could be a good time to visit Tromso, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +39°F, and there are typically 4 sunny days in April. However, expect about 12 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 60 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+39°F
Avg. max. temperature
+3°F
Min.
+63°F
Max.
60 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tromso has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Tromso in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Tromso for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +41°F with a maximum of +48°F and a minimum of +23°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 43% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°F to +45°F.
Is Tromso warm or cold in April?
Tromso is typically chill in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +34°F to +39°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 Tromso:
Water temperature in Tromso in April
Water in Tromso in April is Cold. It varies from +39°F to +42°F, with an average of +40°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +39°F.
The water temperature in April is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Tromso are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +52°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +40°F.
Can you swim in Tromso in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Tromso 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.
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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 Tromso in April
Tromso weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+34°F
+39°F
+48°F
Min. temperature
-11°F
+3°F
+18°F
Max. temperature
+50°F
+63°F
+77°F
Rainfall
48 mm
60 mm
89 mm
Wind
4 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+40°F
+40°F
+43°F
Humidity
76%
74%
71%
Air pressure
1005 HPa
1010 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
3
4
4
Cloudy days
8
7
7
Rainy days
3
7
17
Snowy days
16
12
4
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 +39°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 48 mm to 60 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 74%.Winds are calmer in comparison to March, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 3 to 4.
Wind speed in Tromso in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Tromso is gradually increasing during April, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Tromso based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 68 mm, with a 50% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 11 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 15 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:
Tromso wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 128 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 47 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during April in Tromso based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in April is about 22 mm, with a 7% chance of snow on a typical day.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last April in Tromso?
This is the weather in Tromso in April 2023:
1 April
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+33°F
2 April
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+35°F
3 April
🌧️
+38°F
4 April
🌧️
+40°F
5 April
☀️
+43°F
6 April
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+45°F
7 April
☀️
+43°F
8 April
🌧️
+40°F
9 April
☁️
+42°F
10 April
☀️
+44°F
11 April
☀️
+43°F
12 April
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+47°F
13 April
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+47°F
14 April
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+48°F
15 April
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+44°F
16 April
🌧️
+43°F
17 April
🌧️
+41°F
18 April
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+46°F
19 April
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+46°F
20 April
🌧️
+43°F
21 April
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+41°F
22 April
🌨️
+31°F
23 April
🌨️
+35°F
24 April
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+38°F
25 April
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+38°F
26 April
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+40°F
27 April
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+49°F
28 April
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+46°F
29 April
🌧️
+42°F
30 April
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+45°F
In April 2023 Tromso had 15 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +41°F, with an absolute maximum of +48°F and a minimum of +32°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 54%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Tromso climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Tromso in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+39°F) and the highest in 1990 (+46°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 614 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1352 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tromso in April:
Is April a good time to visit Tromso?
It’s always a good time to visit Tromso, 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 Tromso in April?
Not really, April is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Tromso in April?
Swimming in Tromso in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Tromso rainy in April?
Tromso 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 Tromso in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Tromso in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Tromso, 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.