Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
| Metric | Paris | Bruges | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 15°C (59°F)▲ | 13°C (55°F) | Paris |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 6°C (43°F) | 6°C (43°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 11 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 50 mm | 45 mm▲ | Bruges |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 11h/day▲ | Bruges |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h▲ | 22 km/h | Paris |
Paris and Bruges are closely matched in April. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Paris sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Bruges is cooler at 13°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in April. Bruges receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Paris reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Bruges averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 6°C (43°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.
Paris receives approximately 50 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Bruges sees 45 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 15°C, lows of 6°C, 11 rain days
Highs of 13°C, lows of 6°C, 11 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during April.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Paris | Bruges | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 12d | 6°C | 13d |
| Feb | 8°C | 10d | 7°C | 11d |
| Mar | 12°C | 11d | 10°C | 11d |
| Apr | 15°C | 11d | 13°C | 11d |
| May | 19°C | 11d | 16°C | 11d |
| Jun | 22°C | 10d | 19°C | 11d |
| Jul | 24°C | 10d | 21°C | 12d |
| Aug | 24°C | 9d | 21°C | 12d |
| Sep | 21°C | 8d | 18°C | 11d |
| Oct | 16°C | 11d | 15°C | 13d |
| Nov | 11°C | 11d | 10°C | 14d |
| Dec | 7°C | 12d | 7°C | 14d |
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