April 2025 brought notably warmer and drier conditions to Overijssel compared to historical averages. The month presented a mixed spring picture with significant temperature variations and well-above-average sunshine, though precipitation fell considerably short of normal levels.
Temperature Overview
The province experienced an average temperature of 10.8 degrees Celsius, which is 1.1 degrees above the normal value of 9.7 degrees. This warming trend was consistent throughout the month. The coldest reading occurred on April 7 in Olst-Wijhe, where temperatures dropped to minus 1.2 degrees Celsius. In stark contrast, the warmest conditions developed at the end of the month, with Almelo recording a peak temperature of 24.5 degrees Celsius on April 30, marking the month's highest temperature.
Precipitation Patterns
April proved to be significantly drier than average across Overijssel. The province received only 48.6 millimeters of rain, representing a substantial 42 percent below the normal precipitation of 84.1 millimeters. The wettest single day occurred on April 21 in Olst-Wijhe, which recorded 21.2 millimeters. When examining total monthly precipitation by location, Staphorst emerged as the wettest area with 51.4 millimeters, though this still remained below seasonal norms.
Sunshine and Notable Features
One of April's most striking characteristics was the exceptional sunshine. The province enjoyed 310 hours of sunshine, exceeding the normal value of 275.2 hours by 13 percent. This above-average sunshine, combined with the warmer temperatures and reduced rainfall, created favorable conditions for spring activities and agricultural development.
The month demonstrated typical spring variability, with early-month frost giving way to late-month warmth. The combination of above-average temperatures, significantly reduced precipitation, and enhanced sunshine made April 2025 a notably pleasant spring month for Overijssel.