Munich vs Zurich

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Munich edges ahead as the better destination in April. Munich offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Zurich sees 10 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Munich is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Zurich is cooler at 14°C.

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

Munich reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Zurich averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°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.

Munich receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Zurich sees 84 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Munich the drier option by 1 rain day and 17 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.