Weather for Turku in April is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +8°C during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 9 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in April around 24 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+8°C
Avg. max. temperature
-11°C
Min.
+22°C
Max.
24 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Turku has good weather in April.
Average temperature in Turku in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Turku for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +10°C with a maximum of +17°C and a minimum of -10°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 4% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +5°C to +6°C.
Is Turku warm or cold in April?
Turku is typically cool in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +2°C to +8°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from -5°C to 0°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 Turku:
Water temperature in Turku in April
Water in Turku in April is Cold. It varies from -1°C to +2°C, with an average of +1°C.The air temperature averaging +8°C is higher than the water temperature.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Turku are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +14°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of 0°C.
Can you swim in Turku in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Turku in April, the water is very cold (+1°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 Turku in April
Turku weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+2°C
+8°C
+14°C
Min. temperature
-22°C
-11°C
-5°C
Max. temperature
+14°C
+22°C
+28°C
Rainfall
9 mm
24 mm
36 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
0°C
+1°C
+4°C
Humidity
80%
72%
67%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
7
9
12
Cloudy days
10
8
7
Rainy days
2
9
12
Snowy days
11
4
0
April often has better weather than March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +2°C to +8°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 9 mm to 24 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 80% to 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 7 to 9.
May brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Turku in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Turku is gradually increasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Turku based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 22 mm, with a 23% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 7 rainy days during April, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Turku wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 75 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during April in Turku based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in April is about 1 mm, with a 0% 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 Turku?
This is the weather in Turku in April 2023:
1 April
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+5°C
2 April
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+3°C
3 April
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+2°C
4 April
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+4°C
5 April
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+5°C
6 April
☀️
+8°C
7 April
☀️
+13°C
8 April
☀️
+12°C
9 April
☀️
+13°C
10 April
☀️
+13°C
11 April
☀️
+13°C
12 April
☀️
+17°C
13 April
☀️
+11°C
14 April
☀️
+10°C
15 April
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+12°C
16 April
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+13°C
17 April
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+15°C
18 April
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+13°C
19 April
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+13°C
20 April
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+15°C
21 April
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+16°C
22 April
☀️
+16°C
23 April
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+13°C
24 April
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+8°C
25 April
🌧️
+13°C
26 April
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+7°C
27 April
☀️
+8°C
28 April
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+7°C
29 April
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+9°C
30 April
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+6°C
In April 2023 Turku had 26 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +10°C, with an absolute maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +2°C. The average humidity was 67%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 23%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Turku climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Turku in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+6°C) and the highest in 2020 (+11°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 300 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 615 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Turku in April:
Is April a good time to visit Turku?
April is a really good time to go to Turku. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Turku.
Can you sunbathe in Turku in April?
Not really, April is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Turku in April?
Swimming in Turku in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Turku rainy in April?
Turku is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Turku in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Turku in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Finland
Check out the weather for other cities in Finland.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Turku, 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.