Weather in Melbourne, Australia in April

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Visiting Melbourne, Australia in April

The weather in April is much cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into May. April has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. It is a good time for sunbathing in Melbourne.

April has total rainfall of 3.7cm (1.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 11.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). April is too cold for swimming in Melbourne for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in April is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into May.

Consider visiting Melbourne in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for April.

Can you sunbathe in Melbourne in April?

Yes, April is a good time for sunbathing in Melbourne.

April has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. April has total rainfall of 3.7cm (1.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 11.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about April temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Melbourne in April?

No, April is too cold for swimming in Melbourne for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (59°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about April sea temperatures.

Is April a good time to holiday in Melbourne?

Yes, April is a good time for a holiday in Melbourne.

April has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. April has total rainfall of 3.7cm (1.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 11.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is a good time for sunbathing in Melbourne. Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). April is too cold for swimming in Melbourne for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the April temperatures and sunshine.

Is Melbourne warm in April?

Yes, Melbourne is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in April.

The average maximum temperature in Melbourne in April is 20°C (69°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (77°) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Melbourne in April is 15°C (58°F). The average temperature is 18°C (65°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

More info about the April temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Melbourne in April?

The average day light hours per day in Melbourne in April are 11.1. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day.

More about April sunshine.

Temperature in Melbourne in April

The weather in April is much cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into May. The average maximum temperature in Melbourne in April is 20°C (69°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (77°F) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Melbourne in April is 15°C (58°F). The average temperature is 18°C (65°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Melbourne in April is 9°C (48°F). The minimum temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Melbourne in April

The days in April are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into May. April has far fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop into May. During April the average day light hours are 11.1 per day in Melbourne. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Melbourne in April is typically 4.9 during April. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Melbourne in April

The average sea water temperature in Melbourne in April is 15°C (59°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in April is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into May.

Rainfall in Melbourne in April

April weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise into May. April has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise into May. The average total rainfall in Melbourne in April is 3.7cm (1.5inches) and on average there are 11.4 rainy days in April making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Melbourne in April

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Melbourne in April is 12°C (54°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 14°C (58°F) in the previous month and 11°C (11°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Melbourne in April is typically 93.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.3% in the previous month and 94.2% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Melbourne in April is typically 70.7%. The average relative humidity is 64.3% in the previous month and 75.9% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Melbourne in April

The average maximum wind speed in Melbourne in April is typically 26KM/H (16MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 27KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 25KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Melbourne in April is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Melbourne in April is from the North West.

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