Hamilton in April
Planning a trip to Hamilton in April? Here's the honest weather briefing for what autumn looks like on the ground.
Expect the mercury to hit around 17.0 degrees during the day and settle at 8.6 degrees after dark. Manageable with a decent layer, and you'll warm up by midday.
At 17.0 degrees, April sits 2.0 degrees below the annual average of 19.0 degrees.
Rainfall in April averages 36mm over about 10 days. That means roughly a 33% chance of rain on any given day, pack a compact umbrella just in case.
Solar exposure averages 10.3 MJ/m2 per day in April, with UV levels in the moderate range. 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: layers you can peel on and off.
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
- A jumper or light cardigan for flexibility
- Extra layers for chilly nights
- 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 |