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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in April.

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Planning a getaway to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in April

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France is a region in France. Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In April, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Saint-Paul at 4°C (39°F) to pleasant in Mas blanc des Alpilles at 21°C (70°F). At night it cools down to 10°C (50°F) in Mas blanc des Alpilles and -4°C (25°F) in Saint-Paul.

For specific regional insights in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Porquerolles with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Ristolas with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Cannes enjoys approximately 210 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cannes)

January12°C (54°F) February13°C (55°F) March15°C (59°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France?

Temperature range in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (April)

Precipitation variation in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (April)

Cannes

In April Cannes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
210 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Cannes →

Nice

In April Nice generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
210 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Nice →

Marseille

In April Marseille generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
245 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marseille →

Sainte-Maxime

In April Sainte-Maxime generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
253 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Sainte-Maxime →

Avignon

In April Avignon 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
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
245 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cannes 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Marseille 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Nice 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Sainte-Maxime 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Avignon 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aix en Provence 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in April?

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France typically experiences tolerable weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cannes average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in April?

Average temperatures in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France during April range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Cannes.

Does Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France during April, with Cannes averaging close to 78 mm (3.1 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with overall tolerable weather in Cannes. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Cannes. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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