April · Australia
Best time to visit Townsville in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Townsville in April
Average temperature 26°C, 70 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 72% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.7/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 70 mm
- Humidity
- 72%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Townsville scores 8.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 70 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Townsville is North Queensland’s reef-and-army city-Magnetic Island ferries and dry-tropics sunshine. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
April is one of the strongest months in Townsville (6th)
April averages 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 72%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rainfall runs 70 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight.
A 8.7/10 puts this among the year's best months in Townsville (6th of 12); only October scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Townsville in April?
- In April, Townsville averages 26°C, 70 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.7/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Townsville?
- April earns a 8.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Townsville in April?
- Expect about 70 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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