Weather Comparison
Oslo vs Copenhagen
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
April Weather: Oslo vs Copenhagen
| Metric | Oslo | Copenhagen | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 10°C (50°F) | 11°C (52°F)▲ | Copenhagen |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 1°C (34°F) | 4°C (39°F)▲ | Copenhagen |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 9 days▲ | 10 days | Oslo |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 55 mm | 41 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 | 14 km/h▲ | 22 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.
Oslo is on the cooler side at 10°C, requiring warmer clothing. Copenhagen is cooler at 11°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Oslo is the stronger choice in April.
Temperature Comparison in April
Oslo reaches an average high of 10°C (50°F) and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Copenhagen averages 11°C (52°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°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
Oslo receives approximately 55 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Copenhagen sees 41 mm over 10 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: Oslo vs Copenhagen
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
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
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: Oslo vs Copenhagen
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 | Oslo | Copenhagen | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -2°C | 11d | 3°C | 12d |
| Feb | 0°C | 9d | 3°C | 9d |
| Mar | 4°C | 8d | 6°C | 10d |
| Apr | 10°C | 9d | 11°C | 10d |
| May | 16°C | 11d | 15°C | 10d |
| Jun | 19°C | 12d | 18°C | 12d |
| Jul | 22°C | 13d | 21°C | 12d |
| Aug | 20°C | 14d | 21°C | 13d |
| Sep | 16°C | 11d | 17°C | 11d |
| Oct | 9°C | 12d | 12°C | 12d |
| Nov | 4°C | 12d | 7°C | 11d |
| Dec | 0°C | 11d | 4°C | 12d |
Oslo Weather in April
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