Amsterdam · April
Low seasonNetherlands · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 7° | 8° | 10° | 15° | 18° | 21° | 23° | 22° | 20° | 16° | 11° | 8° |
MINMIN | 2° | 2° | 4° | 6° | 10° | 13° | 15° | 15° | 13° | 10° | 6° | 3° |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 1 | 3h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 3h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 |
🌧Rain Days | 9d66mm | 7d52mm | 7d46mm | 5d33mm | 7d53mm | 7d58mm | 8d83mm | 9d94mm | 8d71mm | 10d81mm | 10d77mm | 10d70mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Amsterdam at 14°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, and July.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 14°C during the day and drop to 6°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 6 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (33 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Events & Festivals
- Koningsdag (Königstag)27. April
Ganz Amsterdam verwandelt sich in ein orangefarbenes Fest zu Ehren des Königs. Freiluft-Flohmärkte, Konzerte und Bootspartys auf den Grachten machen den Königstag zum größten Straßenfest der Niederlande.
Packing list for Amsterdam in April
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Amsterdam?
- April is not an optimal month for Amsterdam (Score: 58/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, and July.
- How warm is it in Amsterdam in April?
- In April, Amsterdam sees daily highs of 14°C. Nights cool to 6°C, with a daily average of 10°C.
- How much rain falls in Amsterdam in April?
- In April, Amsterdam receives an average of 33 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Amsterdam get in April?
- Amsterdam averages 6 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
