Amsterdam vs Barcelona

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in April. Barcelona offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Amsterdam sees 10 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Amsterdam is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Barcelona is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Barcelona is the stronger choice in April. Barcelona receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Amsterdam reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Barcelona averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.

Amsterdam receives approximately 51 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Barcelona sees 54 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 2 rain days and 3 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.