Katoomba in April
If April is your window for visiting Katoomba, here's what the climate data says you can expect.
The average daily maximum is 16.6 degrees with overnight lows of 6.2 degrees. Manageable with a decent layer, and you'll warm up by midday.
April's temperature is very close to the annual average for Katoomba.
The rain data says 218mm over 9 days. That's serious rainfall.
Solar exposure averages 14.4 MJ/m2 per day in April, with UV levels in the high range. Sun protection is still a good idea, especially around midday.
With a Comfort Score of 3.6/10, April is not the most comfortable time to visit.
Packing tip: bring a decent jumper or fleece, waterproof gear, and serious sun protection.
The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in April.
April at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in April. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- A jumper or light cardigan for flexibility
- A warm jumper or fleece for cool mornings and evenings
- A light rain jacket just in case
Coming From Overseas?
How April in Katoomba stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 2 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 1 degrees cooler and considerably wetter.
About 2 degrees cooler and considerably wetter.
How April Compares
Katoomba's monthly climate at a glance. April is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 23.2 | 12.9 | 157mm | 8.7 |
| Feb | 23.0 | 12.5 | 97mm | 8.9 |
| Mar | 21.3 | 10.5 | 53mm | 8.1 |
| Apr | 16.6 | 6.2 | 218mm | 3.6 |
| May | 12.9 | 4.3 | 103mm | 1.0 |
| Jun | 9.6 | 0.8 | 123mm | 1.0 |
| Jul | 8.9 | 1.8 | 37mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 13.2 | 3.6 | 44mm | 1.9 |
| Sep | 15.0 | 4.2 | 44mm | 3.9 |
| Oct | 17.3 | 5.9 | 53mm | 5.6 |
| Nov | 21.5 | 10.7 | 116mm | 8.0 |
| Dec | 25.0 | 12.0 | 41mm | 10.0 |