Amsterdam in April usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +12°C and roughly 5 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 15 rainy days with an average precipitation of 60 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+12°C
Avg. max. temperature
-4°C
Min.
+27°C
Max.
60 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Amsterdam has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Amsterdam in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Amsterdam for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in April is +13°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +17°C during the day and a minimum of 0°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 35% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +11°C to +17°C.
Is Amsterdam warm or cold in April?
Amsterdam is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +9°C to +12°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +3°C to +6°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Amsterdam:
Water temperature in Amsterdam in April
Water in Amsterdam in April is Cold. It varies from +7°C to +11°C, with an average of +9°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +12°C.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Amsterdam are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +18°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +6°C.
Can you swim in Amsterdam in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Amsterdam in April, the water is very cold (+9°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Amsterdam in April
Amsterdam weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+9°C
+12°C
+16°C
Min. temperature
-13°C
-4°C
+1°C
Max. temperature
+23°C
+27°C
+30°C
Rainfall
62 mm
60 mm
66 mm
Wind
5 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+6°C
+9°C
+11°C
Humidity
81%
75%
74%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
4
5
5
Cloudy days
9
9
9
Rainy days
16
15
15
Snowy days
2
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +9°C to +12°C during the day.As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 62 mm to 60 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 75%.Winds are calmer in comparison to March, going down from 5 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 4 to 5.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in May as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Amsterdam in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Amsterdam is gradually decreasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Amsterdam based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in April stands at 77%, leading to total precipitation of around 122 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 24 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Amsterdam wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 104 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 50% chance of precipitation and 60 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Amsterdam?
This is the weather in Amsterdam in April 2023:
1 April
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+11°C
2 April
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+10°C
3 April
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+10°C
4 April
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+10°C
5 April
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+12°C
6 April
🌧️
+9°C
7 April
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+10°C
8 April
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+13°C
9 April
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+15°C
10 April
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+15°C
11 April
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+13°C
12 April
🌧️
+12°C
13 April
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+12°C
14 April
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+14°C
15 April
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+13°C
16 April
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+10°C
17 April
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+15°C
18 April
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+14°C
19 April
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+14°C
20 April
🌧️
+12°C
21 April
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+16°C
22 April
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+14°C
23 April
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+17°C
24 April
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+10°C
25 April
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+10°C
26 April
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+10°C
27 April
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+13°C
28 April
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+13°C
29 April
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+16°C
30 April
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+17°C
In April 2023 Amsterdam had 16 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +13°C, with an absolute maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +9°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Amsterdam climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Amsterdam in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+11°C) and the highest in 2022 (+15°C). The driest year was 1996 with only 578 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 3397 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Amsterdam in April:
Is April a good time to visit Amsterdam?
It’s always a good time to visit Amsterdam, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Amsterdam in April?
April has mild temperatures in Amsterdam. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Amsterdam in April?
Swimming in Amsterdam in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Amsterdam rainy in April?
Amsterdam is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Amsterdam in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Amsterdam in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Netherlands
Check out the weather for other cities in Netherlands.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Amsterdam, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.