Norway (Fjord Norway) · April
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)0– (32–)9 (48) | 7° (45°)3– (37–)12 (54) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)24 (75) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)26 (79) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)25 (77) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)10 (50) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)6 (43) | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)5 (41) | 2° (36°)-3– (27–)7 (45) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)8 (46) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)17 (63) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)17 (63) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 2° (36°)-5– (23–)7 (45) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 2h UV 1 | 4h UV 3 | 7h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 3h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 | 1h UV 0 |
🌊Water Temp | 7° (45°) | 6° (43°) | 6° (43°) | 7° (45°) | 9° (48°) | 11° (52°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 13° (55°) | 10° (50°) | 9° (48°) |
🌧Rain Days | 17d264mm (10.4") | 15d245mm (9.6") | 14d179mm (7.0") | 10d124mm (4.9") | 10d100mm (3.9") | 10d125mm (4.9") | 14d155mm (6.1") | 15d230mm (9.0") | 16d252mm (9.9") | 17d307mm (12.1") | 16d274mm (10.8") | 18d300mm (11.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Norway (Fjord Norway) at 11°C (52°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drop to 4°C (39°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around -2°C (28°F) — frost does occur. The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 10 rain days with 124 mm (4.9 in) total. At 7°C (45°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Snowmelt sends the waterfalls roaring, the orchards in Hardanger are in blossom and the days lengthen fast. With six to seven hours of sunshine a day this is the most dependable time for fjord trips; up on the mountain passes some roads may still carry snow.
Packing list for Norway (Fjord Norway) in April
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Norway (Fjord Norway)?
- April is not an optimal month for Norway (Fjord Norway) (Score: 58/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Norway (Fjord Norway) in April?
- In April, Norway (Fjord Norway) sees daily highs of 11°C (52°F). Nights cool to 4°C (39°F), with a daily average of 7°C (45°F). Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around -2°C (28°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Norway (Fjord Norway) in April?
- In April, Norway (Fjord Norway) receives an average of 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Norway (Fjord Norway) get in April?
- Norway (Fjord Norway) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Norway (Fjord Norway) in April?
- Water temperature in Norway (Fjord Norway) in April averages 7°C (45°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
