What to pack for Stockholm in April
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a packable rain layer
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 67%; max daily wind around 18 km/h. Snow falls on about 2.5 days.
How April compares
Best months in Stockholm: June & August–September. See the full best time to visit Stockholm guide.
Stockholm in April: the details
In April, Stockholm sees average daytime highs of 10°C (49°F) and overnight lows of 0°C (32°F). Rainfall totals roughly 29 mm across 6.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.7 hours per day with 14.2 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 67%.
In context: April is the 7th-warmest month and the driest in Stockholm. The sunniest month is June (14.9 h/day).
| Metric | April average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 10°C / 49°F |
| Overnight low | 0°C / 32°F |
| Rainfall | 29 mm over 6.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9.7 h/day (14.2 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 67% |
| Travel score | 5.4 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Stockholm, Sweden (59.33, 18.07) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Stockholm in April?
Daytime highs in Stockholm in April average 10°C (49°F); nights drop to about 0°C.
Does it rain in Stockholm in April?
Expect around 6.7 rainy days and 29 mm of rainfall in April.
Is April a good time to visit Stockholm?
April is a fair shoulder-season month in Stockholm — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 5.4/10. The best months are June & August–September.
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