Thuringia Weather in April

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

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Weimar Oberhof Eisenach Jena

Planning a trip to Thuringia, Germany this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Thuringia in April

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Geschwenda to 15°C (59°F) in Gerstenberg. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Gerstenberg and 3°C (37°F) in Geschwenda.

To explore the conditions in Thuringia, Germany in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Artern with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Frankenhain with 66 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Weimar receives about 175 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Thuringia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Thuringia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Weimar)

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November9°C (48°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Thuringia in April

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

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 Thuringia

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

Temperature range in Thuringia (April)

Precipitation variation in Thuringia (April)

Weimar

In April Weimar 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 tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
175 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Weimar →

Oberhof

In April Oberhof generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
175 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Oberhof →

Eisenach

In April Eisenach 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 tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
175 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Eisenach →

Jena

In April Jena 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 tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
175 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Jena →

Gotha

In April Gotha 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 tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
175 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Gotha →

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Weimar 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Oberhof 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Eisenach 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Jena 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Gotha 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Bad Frankenhausen 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

Thuringia weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Thuringia, Germany typically experiences tolerable weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Weimar average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

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

In Weimar, the average daytime high in April is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 4°C (39°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Thuringia, Germany during April, with Weimar averaging close to 46 mm (1.8 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Thuringia, Germany?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Weimar. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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