What should I pack for Faro in April?

In spring and early autumn, most days are pleasantly warm, but there can be a nip in the air in the evenings – especially by the sea – so best to bring a shawl, cardigan, jumper or light jacket in your luggage. The Algarve does not experience the same frosty weather in winter as other parts of northern Portugal.



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If you're a surfer, April is also a good time to travel as the weather is nice and there are usually pretty good waves. Also, you won't find too many people in April. No big crowds or package holiday travellers. All together this makes April one of my favorite months to travel to the Algarve.

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And while most of the time you'll probably be wearing shorts and T-shirts, you really should be prepared for everything in April. So when packing for the Algarve holiday in April, in addition to summer clothing and swimwear, be sure to take a few extra layers, like a sweater and a light rain jacket.

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The average water temperature this time of year is 17.3 degrees. ?? But definitely bring a bikini for chilling on the beach. Love being active and outdoor activities? In this case April in the Algarve is perfect!

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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).

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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.

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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.

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Go in April, May, September and October for outdoor adventures. During the shoulder season, you'll find mild, often sunny days that are ideal for hikes, bike rides and other outdoor activities. This is a great time to check out Portugal's top natural wonders without the heavy crowds.

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In Lisbon, the average daily temperature is 59°F (15°C), with highs of up to 68°F (20°C), though showers are still plentiful, with around seven days of rain. Porto is only a shade cooler, with highs of up to 64°F (18°C) and nine rainy days.

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Despite appearances, early spring is an ideal time for tanning. The turn of March and April is statistically 4 times more sunny hours than in January and February, and we should remember that it is not the temperature but the exposure to radiation that is responsible for the formation of a tan.

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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.

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Late spring, early summer, and early fall are all great times to visit Faro as well, with the bonus that there will be fewer people to wade through on your way to the ideal sunning spot on the beach. Daylight hours start to diminish from the month of October onwards.

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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).

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The ocean currents can be strong and unpredictable. If you plan on swimming, go to beaches with lifeguards and pay attention to the warning flags – green means it's safe to swim, yellow means use caution and stay near the shore, and red means do not enter.

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