Drachten weather in April (Friesland, Netherlands)

What kind of weather does April bring to Drachten? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During April, Drachten usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 14°C. At night, they generally drop to 5°C.

Precipitation

Drachten in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. As the driest month, you can expect little to no rain. This makes it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Enjoy the freedom from wet weather. Expect around 14 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 202 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Drachten, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 54 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 202 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 47% *  

* Data from: Leeuwaren, the Netherlands (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in the Netherlands in April

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Drachten.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the Netherlands? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the Netherlands. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.