Stratford Weather in April (1981–2025)

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April at a Glance in Stratford

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
17.2°C
Avg Low
❄️
10.8°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
14.0°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
95 mm
Avg Humidity
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85%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3.7 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3.2
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+1°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons🌤️Cool mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month💨Breezy💦Humid air

Stratford April Weather Overview

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Stratford, with average highs near 17.2°C and lows around 10.8°C (mean 14°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 95 mm of rainfall and 85% relative humidity across the period.

Stratford April Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Stratford. Across 45 years of records, the warmest April in Stratford was 2025 — when the month averaged 15.8°C — while the coldest was 1992 at 11.1°C. Typical April days reach 17.2°C with nights near 10.8°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp14.0°C→14.7°C+0.7°C
Max Temp17.5°C→18.0°C+0.5°C
Min Temp10.5°C→11.5°C+1°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

11.0°C–12.3°C1 yr (2%)
12.3°C–13.5°C10 yr (22%)
13.5°C–14.8°C24 yr (53%)
14.8°C–16.0°C10 yr (22%)

Stratford April Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

April is about average for rainfall in Stratford, averaging 95 mm of rainfall. The wettest April on record was 1991 with 247 mm, while the driest was 2022 at 36 mm.

Stratford April Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Stratford during April averages 85%. The most humid April was 1996 at 89%, and the least humid was 1985 at 81%.

Stratford April Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

April receives about 3.2 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Stratford. The sunniest Aprils were 2016, 2020 and 2022, among others at 3.5 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1996 at 2.6.

Stratford April Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Stratford during April is 3.7 m/s. The windiest Aprils were 1991 and 2006 at 4.4 m/s, while the calmest was 2002 at 3 m/s.

What April Feels Like in Stratford

🌅
Cool
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
🌆
Cool
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How April Ranks in Stratford

🔥5th 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 Stratford Weather by Month

Stratford April Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp13.9°C13.6°C13.9°C14.4°C14.6°C+0.7°C
Avg High17.4°C16.6°C17.2°C17.4°C17.8°C+0.4°C
Avg Low10.4°C10.6°C10.6°C11.3°C11.3°C+0.9°C
Avg Rain68 mm122 mm75 mm121 mm83 mm+15 mm

Extreme April Records in Stratford

🔥Warmest April23.1°C1999
🧊Coldest April3.9°C1983
🌧️Wettest April247 mm1991
🏜️Driest April36 mm2022
🌬️Windiest April4.4 m/s1991

Key Insights for April

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April temperatures in Stratford have risen by about 0.7°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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April has ranged from a record low of 3.9°C (1983) to a record high of 23.1°C (1999).

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Rainfall in April is about average for rainfall, averaging 95 mm, with a wettest year of 247 mm.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Stratford?

A good time to visit Stratford

April is a good time to visit Stratford, with days averaging 17.2°C and nights around 10.8°C (mean 14°C, close to Stratford's yearly average) and higher rainfall. February and January are marginally more temperate, but April still suits most travellers.

See Stratford'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 →

Stratford Weather in April — In Depth

☀️ April climate overview

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Stratford, with average highs near 17.2°C and lows around 10.8°C (mean 14°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 95 mm of rainfall and 85% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in April

April averages 95 mm of rainfall in Stratford, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest April on record saw 247 mm (1991), and the driest just 36 mm (2022). Humidity sits around 85% and average wind speed is 3.7 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3.2 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 0.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 17.5°C to 18°C and overnight lows from 10.5°C to 11.5°C over the same span.
April Weather in Stratford, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025 🔥18.9°C15.8°C12.6°C21.9°C6.1°C113 mm86%3.9 m/s3
202417.2°C14.0°C10.8°C20.4°C7.0°C124 mm86%3.6 m/s3.2
202318.2°C14.8°C11.4°C21.2°C6.9°C86 mm87%3.7 m/s3.2
202218.3°C14.8°C11.3°C21.6°C7.2°C36 mm86%3.4 m/s3.5
202117.2°C14.2°C11.2°C21.2°C5.7°C76 mm86%3.7 m/s3.2
202017.0°C13.7°C10.4°C20.0°C6.9°C61 mm85%3.7 m/s3.5
201916.6°C13.6°C10.6°C20.7°C5.9°C180 mm85%3.9 m/s3.3
201817.2°C14.3°C11.5°C20.4°C7.0°C89 mm85%4.3 m/s3
201717.6°C14.6°C11.5°C21.4°C6.7°C208 mm88%3.4 m/s3
201618.1°C14.8°C11.6°C21.8°C6.2°C56 mm83%3.2 m/s3.5
201517.7°C14.7°C11.6°C20.9°C6.4°C185 mm85%3.9 m/s3
201417.9°C15.2°C12.5°C21.3°C9.4°C173 mm87%3.9 m/s2.9
201317.9°C15.1°C12.3°C21.2°C6.8°C109 mm84%3.9 m/s3.1
201217.4°C13.9°C10.4°C20.5°C6.0°C53 mm86%3.6 m/s3.5
201116.5°C13.4°C10.3°C19.7°C6.3°C122 mm85%4.2 m/s3.1
201017.2°C14.0°C10.9°C19.4°C6.6°C39 mm85%3.9 m/s3.3
200917.1°C13.5°C10.0°C19.8°C5.3°C53 mm84%3.7 m/s3.3
200817.8°C14.8°C11.8°C20.3°C5.9°C170 mm82%3.8 m/s3.1
200716.4°C13.2°C10.0°C19.2°C6.7°C56 mm86%3.2 m/s3.4
200618.1°C15.3°C12.5°C20.8°C8.1°C114 mm86%4.4 m/s3.1
200516.4°C13.0°C9.6°C19.7°C5.6°C38 mm85%3.5 m/s3.3
200415.8°C12.7°C9.6°C19.4°C5.7°C53 mm87%3.4 m/s2.9
200317.6°C14.1°C10.5°C21.6°C7.0°C47 mm82%3.4 m/s3.3
200217.5°C14.1°C10.7°C21.7°C6.1°C40 mm83%3 m/s3.1
200117.5°C13.8°C10.1°C19.6°C5.7°C71 mm82%3.4 m/s3.3
200017.5°C14.6°C11.6°C20.9°C7.9°C109 mm86%3.9 m/s2.8
199918.0°C14.5°C10.9°C23.1°C7.1°C50 mm82%3.8 m/s3.2
199818.1°C14.4°C10.7°C21.4°C6.4°C59 mm85%3.5 m/s3.1
199715.7°C12.7°C9.8°C19.7°C6.6°C105 mm86%4 m/s3.2
199617.1°C14.6°C12.0°C20.3°C6.7°C200 mm89%3.9 m/s2.6
199518.3°C15.6°C12.9°C22.1°C7.2°C200 mm87%3.5 m/s3.1
199416.9°C13.5°C10.1°C20.6°C5.0°C91 mm87%3.3 m/s3.2
199315.3°C12.5°C9.7°C19.4°C6.4°C92 mm86%3.7 m/s3.1
1992 ❄️14.1°C11.1°C8.1°C16.9°C4.5°C70 mm87%3.2 m/s3.2
1991 🌧️15.1°C12.6°C10.1°C20.8°C6.5°C247 mm85%4.4 m/s3.1
199017.5°C14.3°C11.2°C20.6°C5.8°C104 mm86%4.1 m/s3.1
198917.7°C14.3°C10.9°C20.4°C6.5°C52 mm83%3.8 m/s3.5
198816.8°C12.9°C9.0°C19.5°C6.0°C43 mm83%3.4 m/s3.5
198716.6°C13.1°C9.7°C20.3°C5.4°C101 mm85%4.2 m/s3.4
198617.9°C14.6°C11.4°C20.7°C7.9°C53 mm84%4 m/s3.5
198517.9°C13.9°C9.8°C21.2°C5.2°C63 mm81%3.5 m/s3.4
198417.5°C14.0°C10.6°C20.9°C6.4°C66 mm83%3.7 m/s3.3
198317.0°C13.7°C10.4°C20.6°C3.9°C110 mm84%4.3 m/s—
198216.5°C13.0°C9.4°C19.9°C6.4°C38 mm81%3.7 m/s—
198118.4°C15.3°C12.2°C21.0°C8.1°C88 mm86%4.2 m/s—

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

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Stratford April Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Stratford in April?▼

The average high in April is around 17.2°C with lows near 10.8°C (mean 14°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Stratford in April?▼

April averages 95 mm of rainfall in Stratford, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 247 mm in 1991.

What was the hottest April on record in Stratford?▼

The hottest April reached 23.1°C in 1999. The coldest dipped to 3.9°C in 1983.

Has April in Stratford 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 0.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 17.5°C to 18°C and overnight lows from 10.5°C to 11.5°C over the same span.

Is April a good time to visit Stratford?▼

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Stratford and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 17.2°C daytime highs and 10.8°C at night.

Is April the coldest month in Stratford?▼

Not quite — April is the 8th coolest month in Stratford, averaging 14°C.

What should I pack for Stratford in April?▼

For April in Stratford, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 17.2°C and lows of 10.8°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Stratford humid in April?▼

Relative humidity in April averages 85% — quite humid.

How windy is Stratford in April?▼

Average wind speed in April is 3.7 m/s. The windiest April on record averaged 4.4 m/s (1991).

Which April had the most rainfall in Stratford?▼

The wettest April on record was 1991 with 247 mm. On average, April sees 95 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 Stratford 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.