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Uruguay Weather in April

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Uruguay in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Uruguay in April

April in Uruguay generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Punta del Este at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Artigas at 26°C (79°F). At night it cools down to 15°C (59°F) in Artigas and 17°C (63°F) in Punta del Este.

To explore the conditions in Uruguay in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Riachuelo with an average of 104 mm (4.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Artigas with 176 mm (6.9 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Punta del Este.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Punta del Este as an example - it receives around 182 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Uruguay by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Uruguay — and find the best time to visit. (based on Punta del Este)

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April21°C (70°F) May18°C (64°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September16°C (61°F) October18°C (64°F) November21°C (70°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Uruguay in April

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

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 Uruguay

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

Temperature range in Uruguay (April)

Precipitation variation in Uruguay (April)

Punta del Este

In April Punta del Este generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
182 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Punta del Este →

Montevideo

In April Montevideo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
165 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Montevideo →

Punta Del Diablo

In April Punta Del Diablo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
183 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Punta Del Diablo →

La Paloma

In April La Paloma generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
185 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
127 mm (5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in La Paloma →

Colonia del Sacramento

In April Colonia del Sacramento generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
198 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Colonia del Sacramento →

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta del Este 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Montevideo 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Punta Del Diablo 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Colonia del Sacramento 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Piriápolis 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Termas del Daymán 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)

Uruguay weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uruguay in April?

Uruguay typically experiences pleasant weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Punta del Este average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Uruguay in April?

In Punta del Este, the average daytime high in April is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 17°C (63°F).

Does Uruguay get a lot of rain in April?

Yes, April tends to be a wetter month in Uruguay. Average rainfall in Punta del Este sits around 119 mm (4.7 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Uruguay?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Uruguay with overall pleasant weather in Punta del Este.

On average, the best time to visit Uruguay is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Punta del Este. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be unpleasant.

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