Amsterdam · April
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 56°F, low 42°F. Humidity averages 76% — the limiting factor on most runs. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
56° / 42°F
Humidity
76%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
13 mph
What April feels like in Amsterdam
Sunrise
06:42
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:39
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Amsterdam in April
The kit for April in Amsterdam: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+5° avg high
-1 rain days
Amsterdam in March →
April
56°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-7° avg high
-2 rain days
Amsterdam in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Amsterdam in April?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Amsterdam in April?+
Average high 56°F, average low 42°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Amsterdam?+
Compared to March (avg high 50°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 62°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Amsterdam in April?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in April, on average.