Cooma Weather in April (1981–2025)

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April at a Glance in Cooma

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
18.6°C
Avg Low
❄️
7.3°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
13.0°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
57 mm
Avg Humidity
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74%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.8 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3.7
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+0.5°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons❄️Cold mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌦️Some rain🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Cooma April Weather Overview

April is close to Cooma's year-round average, with average highs near 18.6°C and lows around 7.3°C (mean 13°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 57 mm of rainfall and 74% relative humidity across the period.

Cooma April Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

April is close to Cooma's year-round average. Across 45 years of records, the warmest April in Cooma was 2018 — when the month averaged 16.4°C — while the coldest was 1983 at 10.4°C. Typical April days reach 18.6°C with nights near 7.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp12.2°C→13.0°C+0.8°C
Max Temp17.6°C→18.5°C+0.9°C
Min Temp6.9°C→7.5°C+0.6°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

10.0°C–11.8°C7 yr (16%)
11.8°C–13.5°C23 yr (51%)
13.5°C–15.3°C12 yr (27%)
15.3°C–17.0°C3 yr (7%)

Cooma April Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

April is about average for rainfall in Cooma, averaging 57 mm of rainfall. The wettest April on record was 1988 with 242 mm, while the driest was 1997 at 2 mm.

Cooma April Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Cooma during April averages 74%. The most humid April was 1989 at 90%, and the least humid was 2018 at 62%.

Cooma April Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

April receives about 3.7 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Cooma. The sunniest April was 2021 at 4.3 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2015 at 2.8.

Cooma April Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Cooma during April is 0.8 m/s. The windiest Aprils were 2006 and 2020 at 1.1 m/s, while the calmest were 2007, 2016 and 2019, among others at 0.7 m/s.

What April Feels Like in Cooma

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Cold
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
🌆
Cool
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How April Ranks in Cooma

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌵5th driest month of the year
☀️8th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Cooma Weather by Month

Cooma April Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp12.7°C12.4°C13.3°C13.4°C12.9°C+0.2°C
Avg High18.1°C18.4°C19.0°C19.0°C18.3°C+0.2°C
Avg Low7.4°C6.4°C7.5°C7.8°C7.4°C0°C
Avg Rain90 mm53 mm44 mm47 mm55 mm-35 mm

Extreme April Records in Cooma

🔥Warmest April30.8°C2018
🧊Coldest April-1.1°C1995
🌧️Wettest April242 mm1988
🏜️Driest April2 mm1997
🌬️Windiest April1.1 m/s2006

Key Insights for April

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April temperatures in Cooma have risen by about 0.8°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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April has ranged from a record low of -1.1°C (1995) to a record high of 30.8°C (2018).

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Rainfall in April is about average for rainfall, averaging 57 mm, with a wettest year of 242 mm.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Cooma?

A good time to visit Cooma

April is a good time to visit Cooma, with days averaging 18.6°C and nights around 7.3°C (mean 13°C, close to Cooma's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. January and February are marginally more temperate, but April still suits most travellers.

See Cooma's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Cooma Weather in April — In Depth

☀️ April climate overview

April is close to Cooma's year-round average, with average highs near 18.6°C and lows around 7.3°C (mean 13°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 57 mm of rainfall and 74% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in April

April averages 57 mm of rainfall in Cooma, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest April on record saw 242 mm (1988), and the driest just 2 mm (1997). Humidity sits around 74% and average wind speed is 0.8 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3.7 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How April has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average April temperatures have risen by about 0.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 17.6°C to 18.5°C and overnight lows from 6.9°C to 7.5°C over the same span.
April Weather in Cooma, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202520.3°C14.6°C8.8°C25.7°C3.7°C51 mm72%0.8 m/s3.8
202418.6°C12.9°C7.2°C28.1°C1.8°C67 mm73%0.8 m/s3.6
202317.8°C12.4°C7.0°C21.8°C2.8°C65 mm78%0.8 m/s3.5
202217.1°C12.7°C8.3°C20.9°C4.2°C68 mm85%0.8 m/s3.2
202118.6°C12.5°C6.4°C25.7°C-0.2°C4 mm71%0.8 m/s4.3
202017.6°C12.2°C6.9°C24.7°C2.7°C77 mm78%1.1 m/s3.6
201920.9°C14.7°C8.5°C24.6°C1.2°C11 mm71%0.7 m/s4.1
2018 🔥23.1°C16.4°C9.8°C30.8°C3.5°C8 mm62%0.9 m/s4.1
201718.4°C12.5°C6.7°C22.3°C1.5°C26 mm75%0.8 m/s3.8
201621.5°C15.4°C9.3°C26.8°C4.2°C15 mm68%0.7 m/s3.9
201516.4°C11.8°C7.3°C24.2°C2.1°C145 mm83%0.9 m/s2.8
201417.3°C12.5°C7.6°C24.5°C1.4°C93 mm83%0.8 m/s3.3
201318.5°C13.0°C7.6°C23.6°C2.3°C52 mm74%0.8 m/s3.7
201217.4°C12.4°C7.4°C24.1°C1.7°C81 mm81%0.8 m/s3.6
201116.5°C11.3°C6.1°C21.4°C2.4°C24 mm80%0.8 m/s3.6
201019.6°C13.6°C7.7°C23.7°C2.1°C17 mm73%0.8 m/s4
200917.6°C12.4°C7.2°C24.5°C-1.1°C74 mm75%0.9 m/s3.7
200816.8°C11.5°C6.2°C21.8°C0.3°C35 mm75%0.8 m/s3.7
200719.4°C13.6°C7.8°C24.7°C5.1°C35 mm73%0.7 m/s3.6
200617.5°C11.3°C5.1°C23.7°C-0.8°C28 mm63%1.1 m/s4.1
200522.4°C15.8°C9.2°C28.1°C2.9°C24 mm66%0.8 m/s4
200420.6°C14.5°C8.3°C28.7°C4.6°C30 mm69%0.8 m/s3.7
200317.4°C12.7°C7.9°C22.4°C2.4°C68 mm79%0.8 m/s3.4
200220.2°C14.4°C8.5°C26.7°C1.7°C69 mm75%0.8 m/s3.5
200120.0°C13.8°C7.6°C26.4°C1.4°C33 mm69%0.8 m/s3.5
200018.5°C12.7°C7.0°C24.1°C0.7°C45 mm78%0.8 m/s3.7
199916.9°C11.6°C6.3°C21.3°C1.6°C41 mm76%0.9 m/s3.6
199820.4°C13.9°C7.5°C28.2°C1.9°C41 mm67%0.8 m/s3.6
199720.8°C13.9°C7.0°C25.0°C2.7°C2 mm62%0.8 m/s4.1
199616.7°C10.8°C5.0°C21.6°C0.1°C45 mm73%0.9 m/s3.4
199516.6°C10.5°C4.3°C21.9°C-1.1°C22 mm68%1 m/s3.9
199418.7°C12.6°C6.5°C23.0°C2.6°C88 mm71%0.9 m/s3.9
199319.6°C13.4°C7.3°C23.0°C2.5°C12 mm71%0.7 m/s3.9
199217.6°C12.2°C6.7°C23.4°C0.9°C51 mm76%0.8 m/s3.5
199119.2°C12.2°C5.2°C27.5°C-0.2°C56 mm66%0.9 m/s4
199017.3°C13.0°C8.6°C24.2°C1.5°C172 mm84%0.9 m/s3.2
198916.8°C13.2°C9.6°C22.1°C5.8°C203 mm90%0.8 m/s3.1
1988 🌧️17.3°C12.9°C8.6°C22.8°C3.9°C242 mm83%0.9 m/s3.1
198720.3°C13.7°C7.1°C25.8°C-0.7°C17 mm66%0.8 m/s3.9
198620.2°C13.5°C6.9°C29.5°C0.1°C40 mm64%1 m/s3.9
198516.5°C12.3°C8.0°C24.6°C2.4°C74 mm82%0.8 m/s3.6
198417.2°C12.0°C6.8°C22.2°C1.5°C80 mm79%0.8 m/s3.5
1983 ❄️15.1°C10.4°C5.7°C20.9°C-0.3°C64 mm80%1 m/s—
198219.2°C12.9°C6.7°C24.5°C0.7°C24 mm70%0.8 m/s—
198120.2°C13.6°C7.1°C24.4°C1.2°C65 mm67%0.9 m/s—

Actual recorded April data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Cooma April Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Cooma in April?▼

The average high in April is around 18.6°C with lows near 7.3°C (mean 13°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Cooma in April?▼

April averages 57 mm of rainfall in Cooma, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 242 mm in 1988.

What was the hottest April on record in Cooma?▼

The hottest April reached 30.8°C in 2018. The coldest dipped to -1.1°C in 1995.

Has April in Cooma gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average April temperatures have risen by about 0.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 17.6°C to 18.5°C and overnight lows from 6.9°C to 7.5°C over the same span.

Is April a good time to visit Cooma?▼

April is close to Cooma's year-round average and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 18.6°C daytime highs and 7.3°C at night.

Is April the coldest month in Cooma?▼

Not quite — April is the 7th coolest month in Cooma, averaging 13°C.

What should I pack for Cooma in April?▼

For April in Cooma, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 18.6°C and lows of 7.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Cooma humid in April?▼

Relative humidity in April averages 74% — moderately humid.

How windy is Cooma in April?▼

Average wind speed in April is 0.8 m/s. The windiest April on record averaged 1.1 m/s (2006).

Which April had the most rainfall in Cooma?▼

The wettest April on record was 1988 with 242 mm. On average, April sees 57 mm.

Where does this April weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Cooma behaves each April, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for April specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.