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Machala Weather in April
In Machala, April brings high daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to 23°C (73°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.
Rainfall in Machala in April
As part of the rainy season, Machala sees around 9 days of rain in April, with an average of 263 mm (10 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.
Temperature in Machala in April
Machala in April gets highs of 28°C (82°F) during the day and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With lows around 23°C (73°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Machala. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Machala Temperature in April
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
29%
Precipitation
263 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
77% *
* Data from: Tumbes, Peru (65 KM, 40 Miles).
Machala Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Machala typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Average temperatures in April
Historical weather records for Machala in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Machala spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Machala historical weather extremes in April
Based on weather observations in Machala between 2003 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.
- The warmest day in April was on April 1, 2026, with a maximum of 34°C (93°F).
- The coldest April day was on April 1, 2019, with a maximum of 26°C (79°F).
- The coldest night in April in Machala was on April 22, 2010, with a minimum of 19°C (66°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 Machala 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). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Machala in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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