Weather Comparison
Copenhagen vs Oslo
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
April Weather: Copenhagen vs Oslo
| Metric | Copenhagen | Oslo | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 11°C (52°F)▲ | 10°C (50°F) | Copenhagen |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 4°C (39°F)▲ | 1°C (34°F) | Copenhagen |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days | 9 days▲ | Oslo |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 41 mm▲ | 55 mm | Copenhagen |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 10h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 22 km/h | 14 km/h▲ | Oslo |
Which City is Better in April?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Oslo edges ahead as the better destination in April. Oslo offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Copenhagen sees 10 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Copenhagen is on the cooler side at 11°C, requiring warmer clothing. Oslo is cooler at 10°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Oslo is the stronger choice in April.
Temperature Comparison in April
Copenhagen reaches an average high of 11°C (52°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Oslo averages 10°C (50°F) for the high and 1°C (34°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.
Rainfall Comparison in April
Copenhagen receives approximately 41 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Oslo sees 55 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Oslo the drier option by 1 rain day and 14 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Copenhagen vs Oslo
Packing for Copenhagen in April
Highs of 11°C, lows of 4°C, 10 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
- ✓a warm scarf
Packing for Oslo in April
Highs of 10°C, lows of 1°C, 9 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
- ✓a warm scarf
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during April.
Year-Round Comparison: Copenhagen vs Oslo
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Copenhagen | Oslo | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 12d | -2°C | 11d |
| Feb | 3°C | 9d | 0°C | 9d |
| Mar | 6°C | 10d | 4°C | 8d |
| Apr | 11°C | 10d | 10°C | 9d |
| May | 15°C | 10d | 16°C | 11d |
| Jun | 18°C | 12d | 19°C | 12d |
| Jul | 21°C | 12d | 22°C | 13d |
| Aug | 21°C | 13d | 20°C | 14d |
| Sep | 17°C | 11d | 16°C | 11d |
| Oct | 12°C | 12d | 9°C | 12d |
| Nov | 7°C | 11d | 4°C | 12d |
| Dec | 4°C | 12d | 0°C | 11d |
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