April · Norway
Best time to visit Preikestolen in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Preikestolen in April
Average temperature 2°C, 87 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
5.5/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 2°C
- Rainfall
- 87 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Preikestolen scores 5.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 2°C, 87 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) is a sheer 604-meter cliff ledge above Lysefjord-one of Norway's most iconic day hikes. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
April in Preikestolen: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
April averages 2°C (36°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Rainfall runs 87 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.1 hours of daylight.
It scores 5.5/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 8.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? June scores 2.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Preikestolen in April?
- In April, Preikestolen averages 2°C, 87 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.5/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Preikestolen?
- April earns a 5.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Preikestolen in April?
- Expect about 87 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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