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Portugal Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Portugal in April.

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Planning a getaway to Portugal this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Portugal in April

April in Portugal generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Montezinho at 15°C (59°F) to warm in Minas de São Domingos at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Minas de São Domingos and 4°C (39°F) in Montezinho.

For a closer look at conditions across Portugal, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Vila Baleira with an average of 26 mm (1 in) to heavy rainfall in Santa Cruz do Lima with 175 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this April. For example, Lisbon gets approximately 234 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Portugal by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Portugal - and find the best time to visit. (based on Lisbon)

January15°C (59°F) February16°C (61°F) March18°C (64°F) April19°C (66°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September25°C (77°F) October22°C (72°F) November18°C (64°F) December16°C (61°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Portugal in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Portugal.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Portugal

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Portugal?

Temperature range in Portugal (April)

Precipitation variation in Portugal (April)

Lisbon

In April Lisbon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
234 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Lisbon →

Porto

In April Porto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
218 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
excellent
Climate in Porto →

Albufeira

In April Albufeira generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
266 hours
320 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Albufeira →

Lagos

In April Lagos generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
266 hours
321 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Lagos →

Portimão

In April Portimão generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
266 hours
320 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Portimão →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Portugal in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lisbon 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Porto 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Cascais 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Ponta Delgada 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Coimbra 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Braga 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)

Portugal weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Portugal in April?

Expect very good weather across Portugal in April. The popular destination of Lisbon averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Portugal in April?

Lisbon averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

Does Portugal get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Portugal. Lisbon averages only about 57 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Portugal?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Portugal with overall very good weather in Lisbon. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide excellent weather in Lisbon. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be good.

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