Normal weather for Franschhoek in April
It's warm in April in Franschhoek with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 15°C.
In April, there is an average of 35 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Franschhoek in April |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
25°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
23°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
35 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 7 days | |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Franschhoek with hot temperatures, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights close to 14°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. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature drops to around 26°C, with nights close to 13°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Franschhoek will be around 24°C, with nights close to 13°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. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is April a good time to visit Franschhoek?
Want nice weather? Then April is a great time to be in Franschhoek. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Franschhoek in April
With 37°C, Franschhoek hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 6°C to a high of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Franschhoek
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in Franschhoek, 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.
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Daily Precipitation in April in Franschhoek
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Franschhoek, 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 Franschhoek.
Daily UV Index in April in Franschhoek
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Franschhoek, 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 Franschhoek Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Franschhoek, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in April in Franschhoek Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Franschhoek, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in April for Franschhoek
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During the day it was warm, around 22 degrees, ideal for relaxing outside. In the evening, it turned slightly colder. Some rain fell here and there, but most of it fell at night.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Franschhoek by Month
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