April weather forecastCopenhagen, Denmark

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April

Weather in April

Copenhagen in April experiences a substantial leap in temperatures, reaching up to 10.2°C (50.4°F). This upward shift heralds the true beginning of spring, with clear blue skies and comfortable temperatures perfect for outdoor exploration. The city is bathed in sunlight for longer hours, adding vibrancy to the many festivals that take place this month. As nature bursts into bloom, the city brims with energy, gearing up for warmer months ahead.

Temperature

The coming of April brings a minor shift in Copenhagen's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from March's icy 5.5°C (41.9°F) to a fresh 10.2°C (50.4°F). April brings an average low-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F) to Copenhagen.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Copenhagen, during April, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. In Copenhagen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.4 days and collects up to 523mm (20.59") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout April, there are 1.3 snowfall days. Throughout the year, there are 21.5 snowfall days.

Sea temperature

In Copenhagen, in April, the average water temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).
Note: Swimming in 5.8°C (42.4°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Copenhagen, Denmark, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:47. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 20:46 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 6.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in April, in Copenhagen, is 10.2°C (50.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 2.4°C (36.3°F).

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Copenhagen, Denmark, during April, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

April is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout April, there are 1.3 snowfall days.

In Copenhagen, Denmark, the average seawater temperature in April is 5.8°C (42.4°F). Swimming in 5.8°C (42.4°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

In Copenhagen, Denmark, the average day length in April is 14h and 13min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:47. On the last day of the month, in Copenhagen, Denmark, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 20:46 CEST.

In Copenhagen, the average sunshine duration in April is 6.3h.

In Copenhagen, Denmark, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in April
Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Average high temperature in April: 10.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1.9°C).

Average humidity in April
Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Average rainfall in April: 32.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (58.9mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22.7mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are November and December (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (10.8 days).

Average snowfall days in April
Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Average sea temperature in April: 5.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 12min).

Average UV index in April
Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 0).