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NetherlandsThe weather in April in Leiden
It's cool in April in Leiden with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 8°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in April for Leiden, Netherlands. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2018, Leiden reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 14°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In April, there is an average of 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,2 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in April for Leiden
Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Leiden. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
April weather comparison
| Leiden | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 14°C | 17°C |
| Max. temperature | 17°C | 22°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 40 mm | 81 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 11 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,2 cm | 0,4 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 1 day |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Leiden with cool temps, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 15°C, with nights around 7°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Leiden is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in April in Leiden, Netherlands. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in April in Leiden
Temperature in April in Leiden over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in April in Leiden, Netherlands. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in April in Leiden
Total precipitation in April in Leiden over the years
Daily Snowfall in April in Leiden
Snowfall in April in Leiden per year
Daily UV index in April in Leiden
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Leiden, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Leiden by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Leiden. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.