Alkmaar weather in April (Noord-Holland, Netherlands)

What is the weather forecast for Alkmaar in April? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The typical weather for April in Alkmaar includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 13°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 7°C.

Precipitation

Alkmaar in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 166 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alkmaar climate page with graphs.

 

Alkmaar, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 48 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 40% *  

Data from: De Kooy, the Netherlands (31 KM, 19 Miles).

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

5/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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