April · France
Best time to visit Annecy in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Annecy in April
Average temperature 10°C, 136 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.5/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 136 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Annecy scores 6.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 136 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Annecy's canal-laced old town sits at the head of one of Europe's cleanest alpine lakes.
April in Annecy: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 10°C (49°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
136 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Annecy — 2.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Annecy in April?
- In April, Annecy averages 10°C, 136 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Annecy?
- April earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Annecy in April?
- Expect about 136 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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