Switzerland (Zermatt) · April
Low seasonSwitzerland · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)8 (46) | 2° (36°)-4– (25–)11 (52) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)1– (34–)18 (64) | 14° (57°)4– (39–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)9– (48–)26 (79) | 21° (70°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 20° (68°)10– (50–)27 (81) | 16° (61°)7– (45–)23 (73) | 12° (54°)3– (37–)19 (66) | 6° (43°)-5– (23–)13 (55) | 2° (36°)-6– (21–)8 (46) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -7° (19°)-15– (5–)-1 (30) | -6° (21°)-13– (9–)0 (32) | -4° (25°)-12– (10–)1 (34) | 0° (32°)-8– (18–)6 (43) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 6° (43°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)8 (46) | -2° (28°)-11– (12–)4 (39) | -5° (23°)-14– (7–)1 (34) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 3 | 6h UV 5 | 8h UV 6 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d49mm (1.9") | 4d25mm (1.0") | 5d45mm (1.8") | 5d40mm (1.6") | 8d87mm (3.4") | 8d65mm (2.6") | 7d62mm (2.4") | 8d72mm (2.8") | 5d37mm (1.5") | 5d51mm (2.0") | 5d59mm (2.3") | 6d57mm (2.3") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
April in Switzerland (Zermatt) at 11°C (52°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drop to 0°C (32°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around -8°C (18°F) — frost does occur. With 10 sunshine hours per day, April is one of the sunniest months — 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain over 5 days.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Skiing continues into late April; after that it is between seasons, and many lifts, hotels and restaurants close until June. Spring begins in the valley while snow still lies up high. Anyone who comes has the village to themselves — with plenty of sun, but only limited services.
Events & Festivals
- Zermatt Unpluggedearly/mid-April
Acoustic music festival at the end of the ski season with more than 100 concerts on stages in the village and up the mountain.
Packing list for Switzerland (Zermatt) in April
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Switzerland (Zermatt)?
- April is not an optimal month for Switzerland (Zermatt) (Score: 59/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Switzerland (Zermatt) in April?
- In April, Switzerland (Zermatt) sees daily highs of 11°C (52°F). Nights cool to 0°C (32°F), with a daily average of 5°C (41°F). Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around -8°C (18°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Switzerland (Zermatt) in April?
- In April, Switzerland (Zermatt) receives an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Switzerland (Zermatt) get in April?
- Switzerland (Zermatt) averages 10 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
