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Salvador in April sees high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 174 mm (6.9 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Salvador typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Salvador spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Salvador from 1976 through 2026.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm temperatures in April make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! With water temperatures around 27°C (81°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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