What April feels like in Gdansk
For Gdansk, April is the heart of spring. Days are chilly rather than freezing, and walking is comfortable with a proper jacket. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights are cold. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Gdansk in April
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Rainfall per wet day is small, about 3.9 mm (0.2 in), so showers tend to pass quickly. Across the year Gdansk averages about 4.8 mm per rainy day, so April is typical. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in April
In mid-April, sunrise is at about 5:46 am and sunset at about 7:45 pm (local time) — 14 h of daylight. The days are stretching out — 2 h 15 min more daylight than mid-March. The sun is out for roughly 74% of those daylight hours, so 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 Gdansk. Afternoons run 4.9°C (8.8°F) warmer than in March, with 2 mm more rain. May continues the upward trend. The next month's average high: 16.7°C (62.1°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 Gdansk in April
Versatile Layers
Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Gdansk in April?
Afternoons average 12°C (53.6°F) and nights about 3.8°C (38.8°F) — chilly by most people's standards. It is the 6th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Gdansk in April?
Not especially. There are about 9 rainy days (35 mm), mostly light rain.
What should I wear in Gdansk in April?
The numbers point to versatile layers, rain protection, warm layers and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is April or May better for visiting Gdansk?
April scores better on our climate ranking (#2 of 12 vs #7), rated Good against Good. May is warmer and has more rainy days.