Mildest of all is the Algarve in the country's south, with an average temperature of 61°F (16°C) and highs of 73°F (23°C) – warm enough for T-shirts but not for swimming in the sea just yet.
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The hottest place is Portugal in April is Évora (21ºC) in the Alentejo region just to the south of Lisbon. Close behind are the Algarve (20ºC) and the beautiful Portuguese island of Madeira (20ºC).
Visiting the Algarve region of Portugal is an ideal choice for anyone looking for a sun-filled getaway. Generally, the best time to visit this charming coastal area is during the dry season between April and October, as this is when temperatures are at their highest and rainfall is at its lowest.
Spain will be warming up nicely in April, if you pick the right spot. It's not a great time to visit the north coast and Madrid will be just 18ºC with a strong chance of rain showers. But head south and you can expect 25ºC in Seville and other parts of Andalucia with eight hours of daily sunshine.
Just recently, we spent 3 weeks in the Algarve in April and it was sunny and warm enough for the beach every single day. Daytime temperatures averaged around 22-25°C (72-77°F) for three weeks in a row, and there were even a few days when it got as warm as 28-30°C (82-86°F).
If, however, you want to go swimming and sunbathing every day, and enjoy nightlife and other touristy activities, then it's best to come between May and September – October. April weather is perfect for exploring the coastline of Algarve, but not always warm enough for sunbathing and beaches.
Winter: If you don't like the heat, the North is your number one choice. The climate is Atlantic, which means the sea moderates the presence of the heat so it'll never be too hot. And so, you can enjoy and visit monumental cities as Viseu, Aveiro and Porto without a drop of sweat. Summer: So, you're a Summer lover…
It's a bit too cold for swimming.April is usually a bit too early to enjoy the beaches and the outdoor pools of the hotels to the fullest. We saw some people on the beaches in Portugal on the warmest April days, but only very few of them went in the water. The seawater is still quite cold after the winter.
The Canary Islands (23ºC) are the hottest places in Europe in April with Gran Canaria (24ºC) and Tenerife (23ºC) feeling a little warmer than Lanzarote (22ºC). In Mainland Europe the warmest places in April are Cyprus (22ºC) and Crete (20°C).
Here, cozy sweaters, waterproofs, and warm layers come into play. Spring and fall offer milder temperatures, yet packing might require a mix of both light and warm clothes. Linen, Birkenstocks, and Raybans are my go-to outfit in Portugal, even in October.
The cost of living in Portugal is generally considered about 46 percent cheaper than in the United States. This, coupled with the country's excellent quality of life, beautiful beaches, stunning mountain ranges, reliable public transport, and rich history and culture, make it very easy to fall in love with Portugal.
Average daily temperaturesIt's pretty mild at this time of year, but it's a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings. The average daily maximum is 23 C and the average daily minimum is 13 C.
The average high temperature in Tenerife during April is 22ºC, so you'll want to pack your swimmers and beach gear for the days. Things averagely cool to 13ºC at night so take some warmer clothes for the evenings. The average sea temperature's 20ºC, while humidity's low and ranges from around 60-90%.
UV rays become more intense in the spring, even before temperatures get warmer, the American Cancer Society warns. People in some areas may get sunburned when the weather is still cool because they may not think of protecting themselves if it's not hot out.