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Zaandam weather in April (Noord-Holland, Netherlands)

Curious about the climate in Zaandam this April? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In April, Zaandam usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 14°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 6°C.

Precipitation

Zaandam in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 53 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 181 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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 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 Zaandam climate page with graphs.

 

Zaandam, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 53 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 181 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39% *  
Data from: Amsterdam, the Netherlands (16 KM, 10 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
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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