What to pack for Copenhagen in April
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 73%; max daily wind around 25 km/h.
How April compares
Best months in Copenhagen: June & August–September. See the full best time to visit Copenhagen guide.
Copenhagen in April: the details
In April, Copenhagen sees average daytime highs of 10°C (51°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall totals roughly 38 mm across 8.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.7 hours per day with 13.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 73%.
In context: April is the 7th-warmest month and the driest in Copenhagen. The sunniest month is June (13.2 h/day).
| Metric | April average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 10°C / 51°F |
| Overnight low | 4°C / 39°F |
| Rainfall | 38 mm over 8.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.7 h/day (13.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 73% |
| Travel score | 5.5 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Copenhagen, Denmark (55.68, 12.57) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Copenhagen in April?
Daytime highs in Copenhagen in April average 10°C (51°F); nights drop to about 4°C.
Does it rain in Copenhagen in April?
Expect around 8.2 rainy days and 38 mm of rainfall in April.
Is April a good time to visit Copenhagen?
April is a fair shoulder-season month in Copenhagen — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 5.5/10. The best months are June & August–September.
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