March Weather in April (1981–2025)

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April at a Glance in March

(1981–2025)
Avg High
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13.4°C
Avg Low
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3.8°C
Avg Temp
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8.6°C
Avg Rain
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46 mm
Avg Humidity
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81%
Avg Wind
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3.2 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-1.5°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌦️Some rain💨Breezy💦Humid air

March April Weather Overview

April is one of the cooler months of the year in March, with average highs near 13.4°C and lows around 3.8°C (mean 8.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 46 mm of rainfall and 81% relative humidity across the period.

March April Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

April is one of the cooler months of the year in March. Across 45 years of records, the warmest April in March was 2011 — when the month averaged 11.9°C — while the coldest was 1986 at 5.6°C. Typical April days reach 13.4°C with nights near 3.8°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp7.7°C→8.8°C+1.1°C
Max Temp12.3°C→13.9°C+1.6°C
Min Temp3.1°C→3.7°C+0.6°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

5.0°C–6.8°C3 yr (7%)
6.8°C–8.5°C18 yr (40%)
8.5°C–10.3°C20 yr (44%)
10.3°C–12.0°C4 yr (9%)

March April Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

April is about average for rainfall in March, averaging 46 mm of rainfall. The wettest April on record was 2000 with 119 mm, while the driest was 2007 at 4 mm.

March April Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in March during April averages 81%. The most humid April was 1998 at 85%, and the least humid was 1997 at 76%.

March April Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

April receives about 4 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in March. The sunniest April was 2025 at 5 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1989 at 3.2.

March April Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in March during April is 3.2 m/s. The windiest April was 1991 at 4.2 m/s, while the calmest was 2025 at 2.6 m/s.

What April Feels Like in March

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

How April Ranks in March

🥶6th coolest month of the year
🌵2nd driest month of the year
☀️5th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore March Weather by Month

March April Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp7.6°C8.6°C9.0°C9.0°C9.0°C+1.4°C
Avg High12.2°C13.2°C13.7°C13.9°C14.2°C+2°C
Avg Low3.0°C3.9°C4.3°C4.0°C3.8°C+0.8°C
Avg Rain55 mm51 mm49 mm40 mm32 mm-23 mm

Extreme April Records in March

🔥Warmest April25.5°C2018
🧊Coldest April-4.3°C1996
🌧️Wettest April119 mm2000
🏜️Driest April4 mm2007
🌬️Windiest April4.2 m/s1991

Key Insights for April

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April temperatures in March have risen by about 1.1°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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April has ranged from a record low of -4.3°C (1996) to a record high of 25.5°C (2018).

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Rainfall in April is about average for rainfall, averaging 46 mm, with a wettest year of 119 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0.5°C per decade while lows rose 0.2°C per decade, widening the gap between day and night.

Is April a Good Time to Visit March?

A good time to visit March

April is a good time to visit March, with days averaging 13.4°C and nights around 3.8°C (mean 8.6°C, cooler than March's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. July and August are marginally more temperate, but April still suits most travellers.

See March'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 →

March Weather in April — In Depth

☀️ April climate overview

April is one of the cooler months of the year in March, with average highs near 13.4°C and lows around 3.8°C (mean 8.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 46 mm of rainfall and 81% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in April

April averages 46 mm of rainfall in March, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest April on record saw 119 mm (2000), and the driest just 4 mm (2007). Humidity sits around 81% and average wind speed is 3.2 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4 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 1.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 12.3°C to 13.9°C and overnight lows from 3.1°C to 3.7°C over the same span.
April Weather in March, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202516.4°C10.6°C4.8°C23.0°C1.3°C21 mm78%2.6 m/s5
202413.6°C9.5°C5.4°C19.5°C0.7°C63 mm81%4.1 m/s3.9
202313.6°C8.7°C3.7°C17.9°C-1.4°C54 mm80%3.2 m/s4.3
202214.4°C9.3°C4.2°C19.9°C-2.2°C16 mm78%3.4 m/s4.6
202111.3°C5.8°C0.4°C15.9°C-3.4°C7 mm77%2.7 m/s4.7
202015.8°C10.1°C4.5°C22.0°C0.2°C29 mm78%2.9 m/s4.8
201914.6°C9.1°C3.6°C21.9°C-1.5°C16 mm78%3 m/s4.3
201814.2°C10.0°C5.9°C25.5°C1.0°C89 mm84%3.5 m/s3.3
201714.0°C8.8°C3.6°C22.6°C-0.9°C17 mm79%2.9 m/s4.2
201611.9°C7.3°C2.6°C15.6°C-0.7°C57 mm80%3 m/s4.1
201514.3°C8.9°C3.5°C20.0°C1.1°C23 mm78%2.9 m/s4.6
201415.3°C10.5°C5.6°C18.4°C0.3°C31 mm82%3 m/s3.9
201311.8°C7.1°C2.3°C19.9°C-3.2°C26 mm79%3.7 m/s4.4
201211.4°C7.2°C3.0°C17.7°C-3.3°C109 mm83%3.3 m/s3.4
2011 🔥17.6°C11.9°C6.2°C24.6°C2.9°C8 mm78%2.9 m/s4.5
201014.1°C8.9°C3.7°C19.1°C0.6°C24 mm79%2.8 m/s4.6
200915.4°C10.2°C5.0°C18.9°C1.5°C23 mm82%2.7 m/s4.3
200812.1°C7.9°C3.6°C20.1°C-1.9°C44 mm82%3.3 m/s3.9
200716.9°C11.3°C5.8°C21.3°C1.3°C4 mm80%2.9 m/s4.6
200612.8°C8.4°C4.0°C17.1°C-2.5°C38 mm81%3.2 m/s3.9
200513.8°C9.1°C4.4°C19.5°C-1.5°C40 mm82%3.1 m/s3.9
200414.1°C9.5°C5.0°C20.9°C1.4°C79 mm83%3.1 m/s3.8
200314.2°C9.1°C3.9°C23.3°C-3.3°C35 mm81%3.2 m/s4.1
200214.3°C9.3°C4.3°C20.1°C-0.7°C37 mm79%3.3 m/s4.2
200111.3°C7.1°C2.9°C19.2°C-0.8°C75 mm84%3.6 m/s3.4
2000 🌧️12.4°C8.4°C4.3°C17.4°C-1.0°C119 mm83%3.2 m/s3.5
199913.6°C9.3°C4.9°C18.8°C-2.8°C53 mm82%3.3 m/s4
199811.6°C8.0°C4.3°C19.6°C-0.4°C112 mm85%3.4 m/s3.4
199714.0°C8.7°C3.4°C18.3°C-3.0°C26 mm76%3 m/s3.7
199613.1°C8.2°C3.3°C21.1°C-4.3°C27 mm80%2.8 m/s3.8
199513.8°C8.9°C3.9°C18.8°C-1.8°C21 mm80%3.3 m/s3.7
199412.0°C7.9°C3.7°C21.9°C-0.2°C61 mm81%4.1 m/s3.9
199314.1°C9.7°C5.3°C22.7°C0.9°C89 mm83%3.3 m/s3.4
199213.4°C8.8°C4.2°C19.3°C0.0°C37 mm77%3.8 m/s3.5
199112.7°C8.1°C3.5°C21.0°C-0.3°C49 mm78%4.2 m/s3.8
199013.4°C8.1°C2.8°C21.9°C-3.8°C34 mm77%3.3 m/s4.5
198910.4°C6.3°C2.3°C15.2°C-2.5°C80 mm82%3.4 m/s3.2
198812.9°C8.0°C3.1°C19.5°C-2.1°C38 mm82%3 m/s3.6
198715.2°C10.2°C5.2°C21.3°C1.6°C56 mm83%3.1 m/s3.5
1986 ❄️9.7°C5.6°C1.5°C16.2°C-2.7°C73 mm83%3.4 m/s3.4
198512.5°C8.1°C3.8°C19.1°C-3.1°C53 mm81%4 m/s3.5
198413.0°C7.5°C2.0°C20.8°C-2.6°C13 mm79%2.8 m/s4.5
198311.1°C6.8°C2.5°C16.0°C-2.1°C84 mm84%3.2 m/s—
198213.0°C8.2°C3.5°C15.9°C-1.7°C20 mm81%2.9 m/s—
198112.1°C7.8°C3.5°C19.5°C-1.3°C78 mm82%3.5 m/s—

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

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March April Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in March in April?▼

The average high in April is around 13.4°C with lows near 3.8°C (mean 8.6°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in March in April?▼

April averages 46 mm of rainfall in March, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 119 mm in 2000.

What was the hottest April on record in March?▼

The hottest April reached 25.5°C in 2018. The coldest dipped to -4.3°C in 1996.

Has April in March 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 1.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 12.3°C to 13.9°C and overnight lows from 3.1°C to 3.7°C over the same span.

Is April a good time to visit March?▼

April is one of the cooler months of the year in March and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 13.4°C daytime highs and 3.8°C at night.

Is April the coldest month in March?▼

Not quite — April is the 6th coolest month in March, averaging 8.6°C.

What should I pack for March in April?▼

For April in March, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 13.4°C and lows of 3.8°C.

Is March humid in April?▼

Relative humidity in April averages 81% — quite humid.

How windy is March in April?▼

Average wind speed in April is 3.2 m/s. The windiest April on record averaged 4.2 m/s (1991).

Which April had the most rainfall in March?▼

The wettest April on record was 2000 with 119 mm. On average, April sees 46 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 March 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.