Alentejo

Alentejo Weather in April

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

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Vila Nova de Milfontes Évora Zambujeira do Mar Odeceixe

Considering a trip to the Alentejo, Portugal this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Alentejo in April

The Alentejo, Portugal is a region in Portugal. April in the Alentejo generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Penhas Douradas at 17°C (63°F) and warm in Minas de São Domingos at 22°C (72°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Minas de São Domingos and 7°C (45°F) in Penhas Douradas.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Alentejo, Portugal, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Albernoa with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Penhas Douradas with 97 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Vila Nova de Milfontes sees close to 242 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in the Alentejo in April

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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 the Alentejo

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

Temperature range in the Alentejo (April)

Precipitation variation in the Alentejo (April)

Vila Nova de Milfontes

In April Vila Nova de Milfontes 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 perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
242 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vila Nova de Milfontes →

Évora

In April Évora generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
251 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Évora →

Zambujeira do Mar

In April Zambujeira do Mar 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 perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
242 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Zambujeira do Mar →

Odeceixe

In April Odeceixe 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 perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
242 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Odeceixe →

Marvão

In April Marvão generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marvão →

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vila Nova de Milfontes 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Évora 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Zambujeira do Mar 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Odeceixe 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Marvão 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Elvas 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

The Alentejo weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Alentejo, Portugal in April?

April in the Alentejo, Portugal brings perfect weather. In Vila Nova de Milfontes, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in the Alentejo, Portugal in April?

Daytime temperatures in Vila Nova de Milfontes peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in April, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does the Alentejo, Portugal get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Alentejo, Portugal during April, with Vila Nova de Milfontes averaging close to 56 mm (2.2 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Alentejo, Portugal?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to the Alentejo, Portugal. Typically, the climate in Vila Nova de Milfontes is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Vila Nova de Milfontes. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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