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Netherlands in April
Book accommodations months ahead; King's Day transforms the entire country orange.
What to expect in Netherlands in April
April brings cool weather to Netherlands, with daytime highs around 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows near 5°C (41°F). Skies are typically dry with occasional showers, with about 41 mm of rainfall on average. Book accommodations months ahead; King's Day transforms the entire country orange..
April is one of Netherlands's busiest months, so book accommodation early and expect queues at the headline sights. Flights and hotels are at peak rates, so use our tracker below to spot any drops. Peak season runs April (tulips), July–August, for context.
What’s happening in April
- 🎉King's Day (Koningsdag) · AprNationwide celebration of King Willem-Alexander's birthday with orange-clad crowds, canal boat parties, street markets, live music stages, and a free flea market where anyone can sell secondhand goods.
- 🎉Tulip Festival Amsterdam · AprHalf a million tulips bloom across 85 locations throughout Amsterdam's parks, museums, and courtyards, with self-guided walking and cycling routes connecting the city's most photogenic displays.
Live fares for Netherlands in April
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