Weather in Singapore in April

How April compares

April is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Singapore and ranks 20th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Singapore is 15.4°C warmer by day and 20.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Singapore peaks at 28.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.9°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and 1 in 12 pass 30°C. Nights average 25.7°C; one night in ten drops to 24.9°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 31.0°C (2019-04-05) and the coldest night 23.8°C (2008-04-01).

Rain in April

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 28 days with 1 mm or more, 242 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2008 with 327 mm, the driest 1999 with 161 mm. Humidity averages 84%, which makes the heat feel heavier than the thermometer suggests.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 29.6°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 29.2°C to 30.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in May (30.1°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 2.4 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:00 and sets about 19:09 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 80%.

Is April a good time to visit Singapore?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Singapore on our scoring are July, June, March; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Expect sticky heat, including in the evening

April is among Singapore's warmest months, and the heat is persistent rather than confined to occasional hot days. Humidity averages 84%, so even an unhurried day outdoors can feel sticky. London's April daytime average is 13.5°C, making this a substantial change from spring at home. Pack loose, breathable clothing and allow for indoor breaks rather than planning to stay outside through midday. Evening plans will not need the sort of warm layers you might use in the UK, though a light layer can be useful indoors. This month suits travellers comfortable with sustained warmth; it is less appealing if you rely on cool nights to recover.

Keep outdoor plans flexible

Rain is the main catch: April is wet enough that you should plan for it throughout your stay, not treat it as an unlikely interruption. Carry an umbrella and a waterproof pouch for anything that needs to stay dry, and choose footwear you can tolerate getting wet. There are about 2.4 hours of sunshine within 12 hours of daylight, so long days do not translate into long sunny spells. Keep outdoor time movable and have an indoor alternative ready. The figures do not tell you when rain will arrive or how long each spell will last, so do not build your plans around an assumed dry morning or a brief afternoon shower.