Normal weather for China in April
It's pleasantly warm in April in China with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 8°C.
In April, there is an average of 37 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 2,7 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
China in April |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
19°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
23°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
15°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
37 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 7 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
2,7 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
Start of April
The month of April starts in China with cool temperatures, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights close to 3°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature rises to around 20°C, with nights close to 5°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in China will be around 20°C, with nights close to 6°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Daily Temperature in April in China
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in China, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in China
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for China, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect around 8 days of rain in China.
Daily Snowfall in April in China
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in China, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in April.
Daily UV Index in April in China
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in China, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in China Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in China, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in April in China Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in China, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in China per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in China, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in April for China
Click on a specific day in April for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in China. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in China by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for China. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
