Vila Nova de Gaia weather in April (Norte Region, Portugal)

What can you expect from the weather in Vila Nova de Gaia during April? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Vila Nova de Gaia generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Vila Nova de Gaia in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 218 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Vila Nova de Gaia climate page with graphs.

 

Vila Nova de Gaia, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 125 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 218 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62% *  
* Data from: Porto, Portugal (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in April

Find out more about the weather in Portugal in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Vila Nova de Gaia in April?

For visitors traveling to Vila Nova de Gaia, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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