Zurich · April
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 58°F, low 40°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
58° / 40°F
Humidity
72%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
8 mph
What April feels like in Zurich
Sunrise
06:36
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:15
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Zurich in April
The kit for April in Zurich: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+7° avg high
0 rain days
Zurich in March →
April
58°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-6° avg high
-5 rain days
Zurich in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Zurich in April?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Zurich in April?+
Average high 58°F, average low 40°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Zurich?+
Compared to March (avg high 52°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 64°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Zurich in April?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in April, on average.