Berlin vs Cologne

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

Berlin is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Cologne is cooler at 14°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Berlin is the stronger choice in April.

Berlin reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cologne averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Berlin receives approximately 37 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Cologne sees 53 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Berlin the drier option by 2 rain days and 16 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.