The Hague in April
Great time to visit
April hits the sweet spot with blooming tulips and King's Day festivities. Crowds start building but the energy is infectious, especially during the orange-clad national party.
Weather
April brings the first truly pleasant weather with mild temperatures and longer sunny spells. Rain becomes more intermittent, though you'll still get caught in sudden spring showers. The famous Dutch wind remains strong but loses its winter bite.
14°C high6°C low9 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$115/day average
Events & Festivals
- •King's Day (April 27)
- •Keukenhof tulip season peak
- •Easter holidays
- •Spring art fairs
April Tips
- •Book King's Day accommodations months ahead - prices triple and everything sells out
- •Rent a bike for Keukenhof trips - the 30-minute ride through flower fields beats any bus tour
- •Pack both shorts and warm layers - April weather changes by the hour
All Months
April through September gives you the best weather and longest days. May hits the sweet spot — tulip season wraps up, temperatures reach 18°C, and you can actually enjoy Scheveningen beach. Summer crowds pack the museums and beach, but the city never feels overwhelming like Amsterdam does. September offers perfect walking weather and fewer tourists. Winter isn't terrible — the museums stay open, Christmas markets pop up around the city center, and you'll have places like the Mauritshuis mostly to yourself. Just pack layers because North Sea wind cuts right through you. The royal family's budget day in September brings extra crowds but also special events at the palaces.
The Hague Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
7/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
7/10
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