Weather in Vancouver, Canada in April

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Visiting Vancouver, Canada in April

The weather in April is much warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into May. April has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (56°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Vancouver.

April has total rainfall of 13.4cm (5.3inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 13.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 10°C (50°F). April is too cold for swimming in Vancouver for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in April is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into May.

Consider visiting Vancouver in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for April.

Can you sunbathe in Vancouver in April?

No, April is not a good time for sunbathing in Vancouver.

April has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (56°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. April has total rainfall of 13.4cm (5.3inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 13.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days.

More about April temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Vancouver in April?

No, April is too cold for swimming in Vancouver for any length of time, with the sea water at 10°C (50°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about April sea temperatures.

Is April a good time to holiday in Vancouver?

No, April is not a good time for a holiday in Vancouver.

April has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (56°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. April has total rainfall of 13.4cm (5.3inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 13.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Vancouver. Sea temperatures are a cold 10°C (50°F). April is too cold for swimming in Vancouver for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the April temperatures and sunshine.

Is Vancouver warm in April?

No, Vancouver is too cold for sunbathing in April.

The average maximum temperature in Vancouver in April is 13°C (56°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (50°) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Vancouver in April is 10°C (50°F). The average temperature is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

More info about the April temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Vancouver in April?

The average day light hours per day in Vancouver in April are 13.7. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Vancouver in April

The weather in April is much warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into May. The average maximum temperature in Vancouver in April is 13°C (56°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Vancouver in April is 10°C (50°F). The average temperature is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Vancouver in April is 7°C (44°F). The minimum temperature is 5°C (40°F) in the previous month and 10°C (51°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Vancouver in April

The days in April are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into May. April has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into May. During April the average day light hours are 13.7 per day in Vancouver. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Vancouver in April is typically 5.8 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 Vancouver in April

The average sea water temperature in Vancouver in April is 10°C (50°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in April is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into May.

Rainfall in Vancouver in April

April weather is much drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop into May. April has fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into May. The average total rainfall in Vancouver in April is 13.4cm (5.3inches) and on average there are 13.1 rainy days in April making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Vancouver in April

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Vancouver in April is 6°C (42°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 5°C (40°F) in the previous month and 10°C (10°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Vancouver in April is typically 76%. The maximum relative humidity is 83% in the previous month and 79.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Vancouver in April is typically 62.5%. The average relative humidity is 71.8% in the previous month and 64.8% in the next month.

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