Temperatures in April
It's cool to moderate in April in France with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 10°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for France in April. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of April
The month of April starts in France with cool temperatures, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights close to 6°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature rises to around 18°C, with nights close to 8°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in France will be around 18°C, with nights close to 9°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in April
In April, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,3 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 24% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in April for France. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
France in April |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
21°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
13°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
46 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 7 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,3 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is April a good time to visit France?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then April isn’t the best time to be in France. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for France in April
With 29°C, France hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -5°C to a high of 16°C.
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The climate of France is based on weather data from Paris. Other spots, like Côte d'AzurCorsica, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in France for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in April in France
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in France, 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.
Weather experiences in April in France
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Daily Precipitation in April in France
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for France, 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 7 days of rain in France.
Daily Snowfall in April in France
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in France, 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 France
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in France, 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 France Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in France, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in April in France Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in France, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in France per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in France, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in April for France
Click on a specific day in April for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in France. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in April in France
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There were days with glorious sunshine and pleasant temperatures around 20°C. On the other hand, rainy and cool days were not uncommon. Then a mix of everything.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in France by Month
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