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Christchurch weather in April

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Christchurch April weather at a glance

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In April, Christchurch averages 13.1°C, with typical highs of 16.9°C and lows of 9.7°C. The historical average is 8 wet days and 78% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in April, it is about the same average temperature as Seoul, with 3 more wet days.

Christchurch April temperature & humidity

Average13.1°CHigh 16.9° / low 9.7°
Humidity78%
Wet days8 days25% of days
Day–night range7.2°

Christchurch April rain & wet days

Wet days8 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days25%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Christchurch in April

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 16.9°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 9.7°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light jacket or cardiganLong-sleeve tops
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Christchurch April sunrise & sunset times

2026 April · Local time (Pacific/Auckland)

Sunrise on the 15th07:02
Sunset on the 15th17:57
Daylight duration10h 55m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-04-0107:4619:2111h 35m
2026-04-1507:0217:5710h 55m
2026-04-3007:1917:3410h 14m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Christchurch

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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April weather by year

April 202412.7°3 wet days, 75% humidity
April 202513.5°12 wet days, 80% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

118°12°
216°14°5.4mm
317°15°32mm
426°15°
516°13°3.3mm
618°12°
721°10°
816°8°6.5mm
917°5°
1017°7°
1120°7°
1220°11°
1316°11°
1420°11°2.1mm
1512°10°
1613°11°
1716°13°5mm
1816°15°4.5mm
1918°15°2.3mm
2018°13°20mm
2113°12°35mm
2215°8°
2312°6°
2413°6°
2515°10°
2618°9°
2719°9°
2821°9°
2915°12°5.4mm
3013°11°38mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Christchurch weather like in April?

In April, Christchurch averages 13.1°C, with typical highs of 16.9°C and lows of 9.7°C. The historical average is 8 wet days and 78% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is good.

Does it rain a lot in Christchurch in April?

There are about 8 wet days in April. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Christchurch in April?

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day.

What are the best months to visit Christchurch?

Recent weather data rates January, February, March, April among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Christchurch weather in April in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Christchurch in April?

On 2026-04-15, calculated sunrise is 07:02 and sunset is 17:57 in local time (Pacific/Auckland). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations