April in Copenhagen averages highs of 10 °C (51 °F) and lows of 4 °C (39 °F), with about 6 rainy days and 14 h 05 min of daylight. The sea is cold, around 7 °C (45 °F).
April weather in Copenhagen at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is April a good time to visit Copenhagen?
Tough month: cold and some rain. April is usually low season in Copenhagen: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in April 2026
- Thu 2 Apr: Maundy Thursday (Skærtorsdag) public holiday
- Fri 3 Apr: Good Friday (Langfredag) public holiday
- Sun 5 Apr: Easter Sunday (Påskedag) public holiday
- Mon 6 Apr: Easter Monday (2. Påskedag) public holiday
Banks and many shops close on public holidays, and museums may change their hours, so check before you go.
Things to do in Copenhagen in April
April's weather suits a mix of outdoor sights and museums, so the open-air ones come first.
- Nyhavn — canal houses outdoors
- Tivoli Gardens — open in seasons, magical at night outdoors
- Harbour baths and a canal tour — swim in summer outdoors
- Rosenborg Castle and King's Garden — crown jewels indoors
- Louisiana Museum — 35 min north by train indoors
- Torvehallerne food halls indoors
Where to stay: Indre By for sights; Vesterbro or Nørrebro for food and value; Christianshavn for canals.
What to pack for Copenhagen in April
- A warm jacket and layers; evenings drop to around 4 °C (39 °F).
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Copenhagen costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €80–170 | €220–420 |
Excluding flights. April is usually low season in Copenhagen: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
April in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berlin | 14° / 4° | 6 | Mixed weather |
| Amsterdam | 13° / 5° | 9 | Tough month |
| Prague | 15° / 4° | 6 | Mixed weather |
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FAQ
Is April a good time to visit Copenhagen?
By the numbers, April is a tough month: cold and some rain, with average highs of 10 °C (51 °F) and about 6 rainy days. April is usually low season in Copenhagen: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper. The best months for weather are June, July, August.
How warm is Copenhagen in April?
Average highs are 10 °C (51 °F) and lows 4 °C (39 °F) (2015–2024 averages). The sea is cold, around 7 °C (45 °F).
Does it rain a lot in Copenhagen in April?
Expect about 6 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 44 mm in total. It is the driest month of the year in Copenhagen.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.