What April feels like in Antwerp
For Antwerp, April is the heart of spring. Days are on the cool side, the kind of weather that suits brisk sightseeing. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights are cold. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Antwerp in April
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Wet days average about 4.1 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 5.5 mm per rainy day. April is Antwerp's driest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in April
In mid-April, sunrise is at about 6:49 am and sunset at about 8:36 pm (local time) — 13 h 47 min of daylight. Since mid-March the day has gained 2 h 1 min. About 74% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How April compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, April comes out as the 6th coolest month in Antwerp. Afternoons run 4.1°C (7.4°F) warmer than in March, with 19 mm less rain. May continues the upward trend. The next month's average high: 18.2°C (64.8°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
Tips for visiting Antwerp in April
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Antwerp in April?
Expect around 14.8°C (58.6°F) in the afternoon and 5.8°C (42.4°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in Antwerp in April?
It does: about 10 rainy days bring roughly 41 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Antwerp in April?
Based on the averages: versatile layers, rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is April or May better for visiting Antwerp?
April scores better on our climate ranking (#2 of 12 vs #4), rated Good against Good. May is warmer and has more rainy days.