Barcelona vs Amsterdam

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.

Barcelona sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Amsterdam is cooler at 13°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.

Barcelona reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Amsterdam averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 6°C (43°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.

Barcelona receives approximately 54 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Amsterdam sees 51 mm over 11 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%.