Hamilton in April
If April is your window for visiting Hamilton, here's what the climate data says you can expect.
Expect the mercury to hit around 17.0 degrees during the day and settle at 8.6 degrees after dark. It's cool but manageable. A jumper handles most of it.
At 17.0 degrees, April sits 2.0 degrees below the annual average of 19.0 degrees.
You're looking at 36mm of rain across 10 days in a typical April. Light enough that it won't ruin your plans.
Sunshine-wise, April delivers around 10.3 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the moderate category. Sunscreen is still wise, especially if you burn easily.
At 4.6/10 on the Comfort Score, April is middle of the road.
For your suitcase: a decent jumper or fleece.
Check the data table below for the full picture, or compare Hamilton in April with another destination.
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
- Layered clothing for mild to cool conditions
- A warm jumper or fleece for cool mornings and evenings
- Proper rain gear for frequent showers
Coming From Overseas?
How April in Hamilton stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 2 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 1 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 2 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
How April Compares
Hamilton's monthly climate at a glance. April is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24.8 | 13.5 | 57mm | 10.0 |
| Feb | 26.9 | 12.4 | 1mm | 9.5 |
| Mar | 24.8 | 12.2 | 10mm | 10.0 |
| Apr | 17.0 | 8.6 | 36mm | 4.6 |
| May | 15.9 | 7.1 | 20mm | 4.0 |
| Jun | 11.9 | 4.5 | 30mm | 1.0 |
| Jul | 11.8 | 4.6 | 74mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 15.3 | 7.4 | 74mm | 2.7 |
| Sep | 14.4 | 7.3 | 67mm | 2.0 |
| Oct | 18.4 | 8.2 | 70mm | 6.3 |
| Nov | 22.1 | 10.4 | 66mm | 9.1 |
| Dec | 24.7 | 11.8 | 36mm | 10.0 |