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Zurich in April
Zurich warms up: highs climb to 59°F (15°C), from 49°F in March, with lows of 41°F (5°C) and about 3.6 in (91 mm) of rain.
It scores 72/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 3.6 in (91 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What April feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 59°F (15°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 41°F (5°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.6 in (91 mm).
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September).
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 5°C (9°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 57/100 in March to 72/100.
- Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 41°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Zurich in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Confiserie Sprüngli
Zurich's chocolatier since 1836, famous for Luxemburgerli macarons.
Kunsthaus Zürich
Major art museum with Swiss and modern collections.
Kronenhalle
Classic restaurant and bar with Chagall and Picasso on the walls.
Zeughauskeller
Beer hall in a 1487 armory serving Zürcher Geschnetzeltes and sausages.
Uetliberg
Zurich's hill, reached by S-Bahn, with views of the city, lake and Alps.
Why now April scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in April
- Lucerne in April~25 mi · highs 59°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Andermatt in April~53 mi · highs 40°F, 4.4 in rain or snow · 11°C (19°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Interlaken in April~57 mi · highs 56°F, 4.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Colmar in April~74 mi · highs 62°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~567 m to Zurich's ~408 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.
Zurich in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Zurich?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 72/100 against a best of 82 in September. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 3.6 in (91 mm) of rain. Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Zurich in April?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Zurich in April?
Some: about 3.6 in (91 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.6 in (1311 mm).
What should I pack for Zurich in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 41°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Zurich in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.