Perisher in April
So, what's Perisher actually like in April? In a word: cool. It's autumn, and the days are averaging 11.7 degrees.
The average daily maximum is 11.7 degrees with overnight lows of 3.1 degrees. You'll see your breath on those cold mornings, but the days warm up nicely.
April's temperature is very close to the annual average for Perisher.
Rainfall in April averages 84mm over about 7 days. That means roughly a 23% chance of rain on any given day, decent odds for a dry day.
Solar exposure averages 14.3 MJ/m2 per day in April, with UV levels in the high range. Sun protection is still a good idea, especially around midday.
April scores 1.0/10 on our Comfort Score. It's the tough end of the year weather-wise.
Packing tip: bring a proper winter jacket, 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
- Warm layers including a heavy jacket or coat
- Extra layers for chilly nights
- Thermal undergarments for cold nights
- A light rain jacket just in case
Coming From Overseas?
How April in Perisher stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 3 degrees cooler and considerably wetter.
About 6 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 7 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
How April Compares
Perisher's monthly climate at a glance. April is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 18.9 | 9.5 | 181mm | 5.8 |
| Feb | 20.0 | 9.3 | 53mm | 7.8 |
| Mar | 18.0 | 7.7 | 41mm | 6.5 |
| Apr | 11.7 | 3.1 | 84mm | 1.0 |
| May | 8.6 | 0.9 | 72mm | 1.0 |
| Jun | 3.3 | -2.4 | 99mm | 1.0 |
| Jul | 2.6 | -4.2 | 126mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 5.9 | -1.6 | 59mm | 1.0 |
| Sep | 7.6 | -0.5 | 108mm | 1.0 |
| Oct | 12.4 | 2.6 | 70mm | 1.6 |
| Nov | 17.0 | 6.8 | 147mm | 5.1 |
| Dec | 19.1 | 7.7 | 56mm | 7.3 |