April · Netherlands
Best time to visit Maastricht in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Maastricht in April
Average temperature 11°C, 45 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.4/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 45 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Maastricht scores 8.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 45 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Maastricht sits on the Maas river in the far south of the Netherlands, with Roman roots and historic squares.
April in Maastricht — reliably good (5th best month)
Expect 11°C (52°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 45 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.8 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.4/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 9/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Maastricht in April?
- In April, Maastricht averages 11°C, 45 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Maastricht?
- April earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Maastricht in April?
- Expect about 45 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
Curated in Maastricht
Tickets & experiences
Things to do in Maastricht
Maastricht, Netherlands. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.