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Stockholm in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Stockholm in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Stockholm, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Stockholm in April 2025

Good Weather
Chill
☁️
Cloudy
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$570 - $570
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Cold water
Planning a trip to Stockholm in April? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +48°F and approximately 7 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 24 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+48°F
Avg. max. temperature
+16°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
24 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Stockholm has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Stockholm in April

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

Going from a maximum of +68°F during the day to a minimum of +19°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +50°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 19% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +43°F to +52°F.

Is Stockholm warm or cold in April?

Stockholm is typically chill in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +39°F to +48°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +28°F to +34°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 Stockholm:

Water temperature in Stockholm in April

Water in Stockholm in April is Cold. It varies from +33°F to +40°F, with an average of +36°F. The air temperature averaging +48°F is higher than the water temperature.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Stockholm are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +65°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +33°F.

Can you swim in Stockholm in April?

We would not recommend swimming in Stockholm in April, the water is very cold (+36°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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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.

Travel to Stockholm

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25
Flights per week
$570
Min. Price
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Max. Price

Climate in Stockholm in April

Stockholm weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+39°F+48°F+59°F
Min. temperature
-2°F+16°F+25°F
Max. temperature
+63°F+75°F+81°F
Rainfall
12 mm24 mm42 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+33°F+36°F+44°F
Humidity
76%69%66%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1012 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
679
Cloudy days
12107
Rainy days
41014
Snowy days
940

April often has better weather than March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +39°F to +48°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 12 mm to 24 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 6 to 7.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Stockholm is gradually increasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Stockholm based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 37% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 32 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Stockholm wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 9 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during April in Stockholm based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in April, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 3 mm.

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

How was the weather last April in Stockholm?

This is the weather in Stockholm in April 2023:
1 April
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+42°F
2 April
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+39°F
3 April
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+40°F
4 April
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+40°F
5 April
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+35°F
6 April
☁️
+42°F
7 April
☁️
+39°F
8 April
☀️
+52°F
9 April
☀️
+51°F
10 April
☀️
+49°F
11 April
☀️
+52°F
12 April
☀️
+55°F
13 April
🌧️
+48°F
14 April
☁️
+42°F
15 April
☀️
+48°F
16 April
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+53°F
17 April
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+57°F
18 April
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+54°F
19 April
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+53°F
20 April
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+59°F
21 April
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+60°F
22 April
☀️
+68°F
23 April
☀️
+61°F
24 April
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+43°F
25 April
☁️
+49°F
26 April
☁️
+49°F
27 April
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+46°F
28 April
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+50°F
29 April
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+51°F
30 April
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+52°F
In April 2023 Stockholm had 22 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +50°F, with an absolute maximum of +68°F and a minimum of +36°F. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+45°F) and the highest in 2020 (+54°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 313 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 835 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Stockholm in April:

Is April a good time to visit Stockholm?

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

Can you sunbathe in Stockholm in April?

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

Can you swim in Stockholm in April?

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

Is Stockholm rainy in April?

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

Is it sunny in Stockholm in April?

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

How much does it cost to fly to Stockholm in April?

The normal prices to fly to Stockholm is $570 - $570. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.

Other cities in Sweden

Check out the weather for other cities in Sweden.

Monthly weather in Stockholm

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Stockholm, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

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.