Minho Region Weather in April

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

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Braga Guimarães Esposende Vieira do Minho

Planning a journey to the Minho Region, Portugal this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Minho Region in April

The Minho Region, Portugal is a region in Portugal. April in the Minho Region generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Braga.

To explore the conditions in the Minho Region, Portugal in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Esposende with an average of 138 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Vila Verde with 167 mm (6.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Braga enjoys approximately 218 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Minho Region by month

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

January14°C (57°F) February15°C (59°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) October21°C (70°F) November16°C (61°F) December14°C (57°F)
Best Time to Visit the Minho Region →

Best Places to Visit in the Minho Region in April

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

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 Minho Region

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

Temperature range in the Minho Region (April)

Precipitation variation in the Minho Region (April)

Braga

In April Braga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are 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
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
218 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
Climate in Braga →

Guimarães

In April Guimarães generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are 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
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
218 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
Climate in Guimarães →

Esposende

In April Esposende generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
218 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Esposende →

Vieira do Minho

In April Vieira do Minho generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
218 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
very good
Climate in Vieira do Minho →

Amares

In April Amares generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy 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)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
218 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Amares →

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Braga 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Guimarães 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Esposende 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Vieira do Minho 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Amares 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Fafe 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 152 mm (6 in)

The Minho Region weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Minho Region, Portugal in April?

April in the Minho Region, Portugal brings good weather. In Braga, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in the Minho Region, Portugal in April?

Average temperatures in the Minho Region, Portugal during April range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Braga.

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

Braga typically receives notable rainfall in April, about 158 mm (6.2 in) on average across the Minho Region, Portugal.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Minho Region, Portugal?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Braga, April might be a good time to visit the Minho Region, Portugal. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly excellent weather in Braga. The weather in January, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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