Santa Cruz Weather in April

During April, Santa Cruz experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 62 mm (2.4 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Santa Cruz in April

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with rain, averaging 62 mm (2.4 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Santa Cruz in April

April in Santa Cruz brings typical temperatures with highs around 18°C (64°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Santa Cruz in April

The month enjoys around 195 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

For Santa Cruz itself, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Santa Cruz Temperature in April

Min Temperature 13°C (55°F)  

Max Temperature 18°C (64°F)  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 62 mm (2.4 in)  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 195 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 49% *  

* Data from: Cabo Carvoeiro, Portugal (25 KM, 15 Miles).

What to Wear in Santa Cruz in April

For Santa Cruz in April, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Santa Cruz in April

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
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• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Portugal, check out our Santa Cruz's climate page.

More climate data for Santa Cruz

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