Dortmund weather in April (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)

How is April weather typically in Dortmund? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for April in Dortmund includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 15°C. At night, it falls to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Dortmund in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. Expect around 15 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 196 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dortmund, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 64 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 196 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Bochum, Germany (17 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in April

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Weather conditions Weather

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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

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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