Gothenburg vs Stockholm

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Gothenburg edges ahead as the better destination in April. Gothenburg offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Stockholm sees 10 sunshine hours and 8 rain days.

Gothenburg sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Stockholm is cooler at 9°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Gothenburg is the stronger choice in April. Stockholm receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Gothenburg reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Stockholm averages 9°C (48°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 8°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

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

Gothenburg receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during April. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Stockholm sees 33 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Gothenburg the drier option by 3 rain days and 27 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.