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Copenhagen in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Copenhagen in April and see if it is worth visiting.
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April

Weather in Copenhagen in April 2025

Good Weather
Chill
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Are you considering a trip to Copenhagen in April? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +50°F and about 8 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 11 rainy days and 28 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+50°F
Avg. max. temperature
+23°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
28 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Copenhagen has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Copenhagen in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Copenhagen for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in April is +52°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +63°F during the day and a minimum of +30°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +46°F to +52°F.

Is Copenhagen warm or cold in April?

Copenhagen is typically chill in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +43°F to +50°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +32°F to +37°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Copenhagen:

Water temperature in Copenhagen in April

Water in Copenhagen in April is Cold. It varies from +38°F to +47°F, with an average of +42°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +50°F.

In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Copenhagen are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +64°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +36°F.

Can you swim in Copenhagen in April?

We would not recommend swimming in Copenhagen in April, the water is very cold (+42°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°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 Copenhagen in April

Copenhagen weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+43°F+50°F+59°F
Min. temperature
+5°F+23°F+32°F
Max. temperature
+63°F+75°F+81°F
Rainfall
28 mm28 mm40 mm
Wind
5 m/s5 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+36°F+42°F+50°F
Humidity
80%73%70%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
589
Cloudy days
12109
Rainy days
91112
Snowy days
510

April often has better weather than March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +43°F to +50°F during the day. The rainfall amount in April stays the same as in the previous month with a 28 mm of total precipitation. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 80% to 73%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 5 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 5 to 8.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Copenhagen in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Copenhagen is gradually decreasing during April, going from 6 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Copenhagen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in April stands at 23%, leading to total precipitation of around 31 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during April, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Copenhagen wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 21 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during April in Copenhagen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in April is 0%, for a monthly total of around 0 mm.

Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last April in Copenhagen?

This is the weather in Copenhagen in April 2023:
1 April
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+46°F
2 April
☀️
+46°F
3 April
☀️
+43°F
4 April
☁️
+46°F
5 April
☁️
+46°F
6 April
☀️
+46°F
7 April
☁️
+46°F
8 April
☀️
+58°F
9 April
☀️
+50°F
10 April
☁️
+51°F
11 April
🌧️
+50°F
12 April
☁️
+49°F
13 April
☀️
+52°F
14 April
🌧️
+50°F
15 April
☁️
+55°F
16 April
☁️
+55°F
17 April
☀️
+55°F
18 April
☀️
+58°F
19 April
☀️
+57°F
20 April
☀️
+61°F
21 April
☀️
+61°F
22 April
☀️
+63°F
23 April
☁️
+57°F
24 April
☁️
+56°F
25 April
☁️
+48°F
26 April
☀️
+51°F
27 April
☀️
+52°F
28 April
☁️
+51°F
29 April
☀️
+58°F
30 April
☁️
+51°F
In April 2023 Copenhagen had 16 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +52°F, with an absolute maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +43°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Copenhagen climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Copenhagen in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+48°F) and the highest in 2020 (+56°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 322 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1019 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Copenhagen in April:

Is April a good time to visit Copenhagen?

April is a really good time to go to Copenhagen. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Copenhagen.

Can you sunbathe in Copenhagen in April?

Not really, April is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Copenhagen in April?

Swimming in Copenhagen in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Copenhagen rainy in April?

Copenhagen is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Copenhagen in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Copenhagen in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Denmark

Check out the weather for other cities in Denmark.

Monthly weather in Copenhagen

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Copenhagen, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.