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El Café Weather in April

April in El Café brings very high temperatures around 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in El Café in April

Expect around 10 days of rain based on historical data, with 70 mm (2.8 in) average. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in El Café in April

In April, El Café gets very high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to around 22°C (72°F). Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. With overnight lows of 22°C (72°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in El Café in April

There are approximately 247 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in El Café in April

Average wind speeds reach 3 m/s (6 knots) in April, creating light breezes that feel pleasant throughout the day. Some days are calmer, while others bring slightly more active breezes.

Average water temperature in April

The water is 27°C (81°F) this month — warm enough that getting in requires no effort at all. Good conditions for swimming, snorkeling, or just floating around.

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El Café Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C (86°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C (81°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 247 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

46-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in El Café typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).

Average temperatures in April

Daily Historical Precipitation

46-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in April

Historical weather for El Café in April

Browse day-by-day weather records for El Café spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

El Café historical weather extremes in April

Based on weather observations in El Café between 1996 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.

  • The hottest April day on record in El Café reached 37°C (99°F) (April 13, 1996).
  • El Café experienced its chilliest April day on April 12, 2006, reaching only 24°C (75°F).
  • El Café registered its coldest April night on April 7, 1997, with temperatures dropping to 17°C (63°F).

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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).

What to Wear in El Café in April

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 27°C (81°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in El Café in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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