Meekatharra Weather in April (1981–2025)

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April at a Glance in Meekatharra

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
30.6°C
Avg Low
❄️
16.6°C
Avg Temp
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23.6°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
24 mm
Avg Humidity
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40%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3.4 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
5.1
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+0.8°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌤️Cool mornings☀️Very sunny🌦️Some rain💨Breezy🏜️Low humidity

Meekatharra April Weather Overview

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Meekatharra, with average highs near 30.6°C and lows around 16.6°C (mean 23.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 24 mm of rainfall and 40% relative humidity across the period.

Meekatharra April Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Meekatharra. Across 45 years of records, the warmest April in Meekatharra was 2005 — when the month averaged 26.8°C — while the coldest was 2023 at 20.1°C. Typical April days reach 30.6°C with nights near 16.6°C. The long-term April temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp24.0°C→23.2°C-0.8°C
Max Temp31.4°C→30.3°C-1.1°C
Min Temp16.7°C→16.1°C-0.6°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp-0.1°C/decade ↘
Max Temp-0.1°C/decade ↘
Min Temp-0.1°C/decade ↘

Distribution of Avg Temp

20.0°C–21.8°C6 yr (13%)
21.8°C–23.5°C13 yr (29%)
23.5°C–25.3°C21 yr (47%)
25.3°C–27.0°C5 yr (11%)

Meekatharra April Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

April is about average for rainfall in Meekatharra, averaging 24 mm of rainfall. The wettest April on record was 1992 with 142 mm, while the driest was 1994 at 0 mm.

Meekatharra April Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Meekatharra during April averages 40%. The most humid April was 1992 at 63%, and the least humid was 1994 at 23%.

Meekatharra April Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

April receives about 5.1 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Meekatharra. The sunniest April was 1994 at 5.7 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 1995, 1997 and 2015, among others at 4.6.

Meekatharra April Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Meekatharra during April is 3.4 m/s. The windiest April was 2024 at 4.1 m/s, while the calmest was 1997 at 2.8 m/s.

What April Feels Like in Meekatharra

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Cool
Morning
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Warm
Afternoon
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Mild
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How April Ranks in Meekatharra

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌧️6th wettest month of the year
☀️8th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Meekatharra Weather by Month

Meekatharra April Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp24.1°C23.3°C23.4°C23.7°C23.6°C-0.5°C
Avg High31.2°C30.0°C30.3°C30.9°C30.6°C-0.6°C
Avg Low17.0°C16.6°C16.4°C16.5°C16.6°C-0.4°C
Avg Rain19 mm41 mm32 mm12 mm11 mm-8 mm

Extreme April Records in Meekatharra

🔥Warmest April40.0°C2019
🧊Coldest April5.3°C2000
🌧️Wettest April142 mm1992
🏜️Driest April0 mm1994
🌬️Windiest April4.1 m/s2024

Key Insights for April

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

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April has ranged from a record low of 5.3°C (2000) to a record high of 40°C (2019).

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Rainfall in April is about average for rainfall, averaging 24 mm, with a wettest year of 142 mm.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Meekatharra?

One of the best times to visit Meekatharra

April is one of the best times to visit Meekatharra. Expect days averaging 30.6°C and nights around 16.6°C (mean 23.6°C) — close to Meekatharra's yearly average — with low rainfall (24 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Meekatharra'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 →

Meekatharra Weather in April — In Depth

☀️ April climate overview

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Meekatharra, with average highs near 30.6°C and lows around 16.6°C (mean 23.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 24 mm of rainfall and 40% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in April

April averages 24 mm of rainfall in Meekatharra, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest April on record saw 142 mm (1992), and the driest just 0 mm (1994). Humidity sits around 40% and average wind speed is 3.4 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 5.1 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 fallen by about 0.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 31.4°C to 30.3°C and overnight lows from 16.7°C to 16.1°C over the same span.
April Weather in Meekatharra, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202532.2°C25.2°C18.2°C38.2°C10.5°C6 mm34%4 m/s5.4
202430.3°C23.2°C16.1°C34.7°C12.6°C15 mm35%4.1 m/s5.2
2023 ❄️27.0°C20.1°C13.3°C32.7°C7.1°C33 mm51%3 m/s5.4
202229.8°C22.8°C15.8°C35.1°C11.1°C3 mm41%3.8 m/s5.3
202132.1°C24.7°C17.3°C38.1°C11.7°C6 mm28%3.6 m/s5.5
202032.2°C25.7°C19.1°C37.9°C11.7°C5 mm36%3.3 m/s5.1
201931.7°C24.1°C16.4°C40.0°C6.8°C27 mm35%3.7 m/s5.3
201832.9°C25.4°C18.0°C38.6°C12.8°C7 mm32%3 m/s5.2
201730.1°C22.6°C15.1°C33.4°C11.6°C10 mm43%3.4 m/s5.6
201630.7°C23.9°C17.2°C39.4°C8.7°C14 mm41%3.5 m/s5
201526.8°C20.5°C14.2°C32.9°C8.1°C13 mm54%3.7 m/s4.6
201430.9°C23.8°C16.6°C35.9°C9.6°C4 mm37%3.6 m/s5.4
201333.1°C26.1°C19.1°C36.9°C12.2°C5 mm33%3.3 m/s5.3
201229.9°C22.6°C15.2°C34.5°C9.5°C4 mm40%3 m/s5.3
201130.2°C22.9°C15.6°C34.0°C12.0°C23 mm45%3.5 m/s5.4
201032.2°C24.9°C17.6°C39.5°C13.1°C14 mm40%3.2 m/s5.3
200930.5°C23.5°C16.6°C35.2°C10.0°C14 mm37%3.5 m/s5.3
200830.1°C23.0°C15.9°C34.4°C9.6°C15 mm42%3.2 m/s5.3
200730.7°C23.9°C17.1°C36.4°C10.2°C52 mm40%2.9 m/s5
200627.3°C20.5°C13.8°C31.8°C7.3°C26 mm57%3.7 m/s5.1
2005 🔥34.1°C26.8°C19.5°C37.9°C11.5°C1 mm30%3.5 m/s5.2
200428.9°C22.6°C16.3°C35.0°C10.5°C70 mm53%3.1 m/s4.9
200330.7°C23.7°C16.7°C36.0°C9.4°C58 mm45%3.1 m/s4.9
200232.5°C25.0°C17.4°C37.4°C11.1°C7 mm35%3.2 m/s5.2
200131.7°C24.1°C16.5°C35.5°C12.6°C26 mm33%3.4 m/s5.3
200026.9°C20.5°C14.2°C31.3°C5.3°C49 mm63%3.6 m/s5.1
199928.1°C21.3°C14.6°C31.7°C9.5°C7 mm50%3.2 m/s5.1
199830.6°C24.0°C17.5°C36.2°C12.4°C35 mm40%2.9 m/s4.7
199730.0°C23.7°C17.5°C33.4°C15.4°C46 mm49%2.8 m/s4.6
199629.5°C22.7°C15.9°C34.4°C9.6°C57 mm47%3.4 m/s4.9
199527.3°C21.4°C15.5°C32.1°C8.5°C68 mm60%3.5 m/s4.6
199432.5°C24.4°C16.3°C35.7°C14.0°C0 mm23%3.3 m/s5.7
199331.4°C24.8°C18.2°C39.2°C15.4°C32 mm39%3.3 m/s4.7
1992 🌧️28.4°C22.6°C16.8°C33.6°C11.0°C142 mm63%3.3 m/s4.6
199131.5°C24.6°C17.6°C37.6°C12.3°C19 mm33%3.5 m/s5.4
199031.1°C23.4°C15.6°C37.8°C11.0°C2 mm35%3.7 m/s5.6
198929.7°C23.0°C16.4°C36.5°C8.5°C59 mm44%3.9 m/s5.1
198830.6°C24.5°C18.5°C33.9°C13.7°C38 mm42%3.1 m/s4.6
198731.5°C24.9°C18.2°C38.4°C9.6°C14 mm37%3.4 m/s4.6
198632.0°C24.3°C16.6°C38.3°C9.9°C4 mm26%4 m/s5.6
198531.5°C24.0°C16.6°C37.4°C11.0°C8 mm33%3.5 m/s5.3
198430.2°C23.1°C15.9°C35.5°C12.3°C12 mm41%3.8 m/s5.4
198329.1°C22.1°C15.1°C36.1°C8.4°C25 mm41%3.5 m/s—
198231.7°C24.4°C17.0°C36.0°C11.0°C14 mm33%3.2 m/s—
198134.4°C26.5°C18.7°C37.4°C15.2°C1 mm25%2.9 m/s—

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

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Meekatharra April Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Meekatharra in April?▼

The average high in April is around 30.6°C with lows near 16.6°C (mean 23.6°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Meekatharra in April?▼

April averages 24 mm of rainfall in Meekatharra, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 142 mm in 1992.

What was the hottest April on record in Meekatharra?▼

The hottest April reached 40°C in 2019. The coldest dipped to 5.3°C in 2000.

Has April in Meekatharra gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average April temperatures have fallen by about 0.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 31.4°C to 30.3°C and overnight lows from 16.7°C to 16.1°C over the same span.

Is April a good time to visit Meekatharra?▼

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Meekatharra and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 30.6°C daytime highs and 16.6°C at night.

Is April the coldest month in Meekatharra?▼

Not quite — April is the 7th coolest month in Meekatharra, averaging 23.6°C.

What should I pack for Meekatharra in April?▼

For April in Meekatharra, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 30.6°C and lows of 16.6°C.

Is Meekatharra humid in April?▼

Relative humidity in April averages 40% — relatively dry.

How windy is Meekatharra in April?▼

Average wind speed in April is 3.4 m/s. The windiest April on record averaged 4.1 m/s (2024).

Which April had the most rainfall in Meekatharra?▼

The wettest April on record was 1992 with 142 mm. On average, April sees 24 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 Meekatharra 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.