If you plan to visit Stavanger in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +9°C during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 16 rainy days in the month and around 75 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
April is usually the driest month of the year in Stavanger
Average weather
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+9°C
Avg. max. temperature
-4°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
75 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Stavanger has OK weather in April.
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Average temperature in Stavanger in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Stavanger for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +15°C during the day to a minimum of -2°C during the night, the temperature in April averages around +9°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +8°C to +7°C.
Is Stavanger warm or cold in April?
Stavanger is typically cool in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +6°C to +9°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +2°C to +4°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 Stavanger:
Water temperature in Stavanger in April
Water in Stavanger in April is Cold. It varies from +4°C to +9°C, with an average of +6°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +9°C.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Stavanger are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +17°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +5°C.
Can you swim in Stavanger in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Stavanger in April, the water is very cold (+6°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
🏊
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 Stavanger in April
Stavanger weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+6°C
+9°C
+12°C
Min. temperature
-11°C
-4°C
0°C
Max. temperature
+16°C
+21°C
+29°C
Rainfall
109 mm
75 mm
82 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+5°C
+6°C
+9°C
Humidity
77%
74%
74%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
4
6
7
Cloudy days
6
7
7
Rainy days
16
16
17
Snowy days
4
1
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +6°C to +9°C during the day.As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 109 mm to 75 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 4 to 6.
Wind speed in Stavanger in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Stavanger is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Stavanger based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 57% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 122 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 26 mm, which is moderate rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 17 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:
Stavanger wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 74% chance of precipitation and 225 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 53% chance of precipitation and 75 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Stavanger?
This is the weather in Stavanger in April 2023:
1 April
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+8°C
2 April
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+7°C
3 April
☀️
+8°C
4 April
☀️
+7°C
5 April
☀️
+9°C
6 April
☀️
+6°C
7 April
☀️
+10°C
8 April
☀️
+10°C
9 April
☁️
+9°C
10 April
☁️
+10°C
11 April
🌧️
+8°C
12 April
🌧️
+9°C
13 April
🌧️
+10°C
14 April
🌧️
+11°C
15 April
☀️
+10°C
16 April
☁️
+11°C
17 April
☀️
+11°C
18 April
☀️
+13°C
19 April
☀️
+12°C
20 April
☀️
+13°C
21 April
☀️
+13°C
22 April
☀️
+15°C
23 April
☁️
+10°C
24 April
🌧️
+9°C
25 April
🌧️
+7°C
26 April
🌧️
+7°C
27 April
🌧️
+8°C
28 April
☀️
+8°C
29 April
🌧️
+8°C
30 April
🌧️
+7°C
In April 2023 Stavanger had 16 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +9°C, with an absolute maximum of +15°C and a minimum of +6°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 38%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Stavanger climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Stavanger in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+8°C) and the highest in 2014 (+12°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 1101 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3278 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Stavanger in April:
Is April a good time to visit Stavanger?
It’s always a good time to visit Stavanger, 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 Stavanger in April?
Not really, April is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Stavanger in April?
Swimming in Stavanger in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Stavanger rainy in April?
Stavanger 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 Stavanger in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Stavanger 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 Stavanger, 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.
