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Milford Sound in April
Milford Sound cools off: highs slip to 57°F (14°C), from 62°F in March, with lows of 47°F (8°C) and about 6.2 in (158 mm) of rain.
It scores 60/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 6.2 in (158 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What April feels like
Days are mild at around 57°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 47°F (8°C).
Expect regular rain: about 6.2 in (158 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February & March).
- Comfort slips from 67/100 in March to 60/100.
- Our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends Nov – Mar, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 47°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Milford Sound in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Milford Track
Four-day Great Walk ending at Sandfly Point in Milford Sound.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best late Oct–Apr.
Rosco's Milford Kayaks
Guided sea kayaking on the fiord with options for beginners.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Nov–Apr.
Mirror Lakes
Short boardwalk to still ponds reflecting the Earl Mountains.
Why now April scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lake Gunn Nature Walk
Easy loop through moss-covered red beech forest to the lake shore.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 6.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pio Pio Restaurant
Milford Sound's only restaurant: Fiordland venison and crayfish, open daily for lunch and dinner.
Nearby in April
- Queenstown in April~44 mi · highs 58°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Aoraki / Mount Cook in April~126 mi · highs 52°F, 5.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Christchurch in April~247 mi · highs 63°F, 3.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~643 m to Milford Sound's ~271 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Milford Sound in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Milford Sound?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 60/100 against a best of 72 in February & March. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 6.2 in (158 mm) of rain. Our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends Nov – Mar, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Milford Sound in April?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 47°F (8°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Milford Sound in April?
Yes: about 6.2 in (158 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 83.8 in (2128 mm).
What should I pack for Milford Sound in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 47°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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