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Saxony Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saxony, Germany in April.

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Dresden Leipzig Bad Schandau Kurort Oberwiesenthal

Are you planning a trip a to Saxony, Germany in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Saxony in April

Saxony, Germany is a region in Germany. April in Saxony generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C (54°F) in Bärenstein to 16°C (61°F) in Torgau. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Torgau and 2°C (36°F) in Bärenstein.

For specific regional insights in Saxony, Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Delitzsch with an average of 41 mm (1.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Crottendorf with 68 mm (2.7 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Dresden.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Dresden gets around 171 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Saxony by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Saxony - and find the best time to visit. (based on Dresden)

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Saxony in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Saxony.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Saxony

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Saxony, Germany?

Temperature range in Saxony (April)

Precipitation variation in Saxony (April)

Dresden

In April Dresden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
171 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
excellent
Climate in Dresden →

Leipzig

In April Leipzig generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
182 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
excellent
Climate in Leipzig →

Bad Schandau

In April Bad Schandau generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
171 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
very good
Climate in Bad Schandau →

Kurort Oberwiesenthal

In April Kurort Oberwiesenthal generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
142 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
good
Climate in Kurort Oberwiesenthal →

Görlitz

In April Görlitz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
very good
Climate in Görlitz →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Saxony, in Germany.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Saxony in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dresden 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Leipzig 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Bad Schandau 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Kurort Oberwiesenthal 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Görlitz 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Meißen 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Saxony weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saxony, Germany in April?

Expect good weather across Saxony, Germany in April. The popular destination of Dresden averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Saxony, Germany in April?

Average temperatures in Saxony, Germany during April range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Dresden.

Does Saxony, Germany get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Dresden averages just 50 mm (2 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Saxony, Germany.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Saxony, Germany?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Saxony, Germany with overall good weather in Dresden. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Saxony, Germany is in May, June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Dresden. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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We have much more information about the climate in Saxony.

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