What April feels like in The Hague
April is mid-spring in The Hague. Daytime feels cool and fresh rather than cold. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cold and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in The Hague in April
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. A rainy day brings about 4.7 mm (0.2 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. The yearly figure is similar, around 5.5 mm per wet day. April is The Hague's driest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in April
In mid-April, sunrise is at about 6:48 am and sunset at about 8:38 pm (local time) — 13 h 50 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 2 h 4 min more daylight than mid-March. The sun is out for roughly 78% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How April compares to the rest of the year
April is the 6th coolest month of the year in The Hague. Afternoons run 3.5°C (6.3°F) warmer than in March, with 13 mm less rain. Temperatures keep climbing into May. The next month's average high: 16.3°C (61.3°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting The Hague in April
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Light Jacket
A light jacket or knit layer is enough for most of the day.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is The Hague in April?
It feels cool: typical highs are 13°C (55.4°F), with lows near 6.2°C (43.2°F).
Does it rain a lot in The Hague in April?
It does: about 9 rainy days bring roughly 42 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in The Hague in April?
Based on the averages: rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is April or May better for visiting The Hague?
April, clearly: it ranks #1 of 12 among The Hague's months, against #6 for the other. May is warmer and has more rainy days.