Katherine in April
April is right in the heart of autumn for Katherine, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
Daytime highs average 32.5 degrees, dropping to 22.1 degrees overnight. That's a 10-degree swing between day and night. Warm days and warm nights. It doesn't cool down much, even after sunset.
At 32.5 degrees, April sits 1.0 degrees below the annual average of 33.5 degrees.
You're looking at 6mm of rain across 2 days in a typical April. That's barely a sprinkle.
Solar exposure averages 21.7 MJ/m2 per day in April, with UV levels in the extreme range. Sunscreen, hat, and sunnies are all essential. You can burn in under 10 minutes.
The Comfort Score is 5.3/10 for April. It's fine, but not the highlight of the calendar.
For your suitcase: light, breathable clothing, 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
- Cotton or linen fabrics to stay cool
- High SPF sunscreen (50+), sunglasses, and UV-protective clothing
Coming From Overseas?
How April in Katherine stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 18 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 14 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 14 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
How April Compares
Katherine's monthly climate at a glance. April is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32.4 | 24.9 | 420mm | 2.3 |
| Feb | 33.2 | 24.7 | 296mm | 2.2 |
| Mar | 32.9 | 24.6 | 268mm | 2.2 |
| Apr | 32.5 | 22.1 | 6mm | 5.3 |
| May | 31.9 | 21.0 | 0mm | 5.6 |
| Jun | 29.9 | 16.0 | 0mm | 7.0 |
| Jul | 29.6 | 16.8 | 3mm | 7.1 |
| Aug | 33.5 | 18.8 | 0mm | 4.8 |
| Sep | 35.8 | 22.4 | 14mm | 2.6 |
| Oct | 38.5 | 24.9 | 26mm | 1.0 |
| Nov | 36.7 | 24.9 | 136mm | 1.0 |
| Dec | 35.0 | 24.9 | 150mm | 1.9 |