Copenhagen

What’s the weather like in Copenhagen in April?

There’s a big difference in temperature as the Copenhagen weather in April sees highs of 10°C. The beautiful Danish capital’s much milder than the last few months and the increased sunshine’s very welcoming. You can expect some spring showers though, so bring a waterproof jacket.

Geographical influences

Copenhagen enjoys a picturesque setting in the east of Denmark, close to Sweden and by the Oresund Strait. The surrounding water can create cold air and this moves easily across the flat and open land of Copenhagen.

Averages

It’s not warm enough to lose the winter layers, but for many visitors the pleasant spring temperatures are ideal for relaxing walks around the city and the waterfronts. The weather in Copenhagen in April can see highs of 10°C, with the daytime average hovering around 7°C. At night it could still fall to lows of 2°C or 3°C. The sun appears much more this month. It rises at 5.30am and doesn’t set until after 8.30pm at the end of the month, with an average of six hours of sunshine. Be prepared for light showers around Copenhagen as about 40mm usually falls over 13 wet-weather days. The wind speed’s moderate by the coast and the UV index remains low in spring.