April could be a good time to visit Narvik, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +5°C, and there are typically 3 sunny days in April. However, expect about 11 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 72 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+5°C
Avg. max. temperature
-15°C
Min.
+20°C
Max.
72 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Narvik has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Narvik in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Narvik for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +6°C with a maximum of +11°C and a minimum of -7°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +2°C to +6°C.
Is Narvik warm or cold in April?
Narvik is typically cool in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +1°C to +5°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from -5°C to -1°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Narvik:
Water temperature in Narvik in April
Water in Narvik in April is Cold. It varies from +3°C to +5°C, with an average of +4°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +5°C.
The water temperature in April is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Narvik are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +12°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +4°C.
Can you swim in Narvik in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Narvik in April, the water is very cold (+4°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Narvik in April
Narvik weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+1°C
+5°C
+10°C
Min. temperature
-24°C
-15°C
-10°C
Max. temperature
+12°C
+20°C
+28°C
Rainfall
65 mm
72 mm
99 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+4°C
+4°C
+6°C
Humidity
72%
72%
71%
Air pressure
1006 HPa
1011 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
2
3
3
Cloudy days
9
7
8
Rainy days
3
9
18
Snowy days
16
11
3
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +1°C to +5°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 65 mm to 72 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 2 to 3.
Wind speed in Narvik in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Narvik is gradually increasing during April, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 73 mm, with a 47% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Narvik wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 148 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 64 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during April in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in April is about 46 mm, with a 10% chance of snow on a typical day.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last April in Narvik?
This is the weather in Narvik in April 2023:
1 April
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+2°C
2 April
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+1°C
3 April
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+4°C
4 April
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+5°C
5 April
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+8°C
6 April
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+11°C
7 April
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+6°C
8 April
🌧️
+4°C
9 April
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+9°C
10 April
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+9°C
11 April
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+8°C
12 April
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+9°C
13 April
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+9°C
14 April
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+9°C
15 April
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+10°C
16 April
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+7°C
17 April
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+6°C
18 April
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+10°C
19 April
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+6°C
20 April
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+6°C
21 April
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+5°C
22 April
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+1°C
23 April
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+2°C
24 April
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+3°C
25 April
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+4°C
26 April
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+6°C
27 April
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+10°C
28 April
🌧️
+9°C
29 April
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+3°C
30 April
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+6°C
In April 2023 Narvik had 8 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +6°C, with an absolute maximum of +11°C and a minimum of +1°C. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 3 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Narvik climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Narvik in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+5°C) and the highest in 1990 (+8°C). The driest year was 1980 with only 664 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1620 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Narvik in April:
Is April a good time to visit Narvik?
It’s always a good time to visit Narvik, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Narvik in April?
Not really, April is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Narvik in April?
Swimming in Narvik in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Narvik rainy in April?
Narvik is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Narvik in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Narvik in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Narvik, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
