Where is best in Portugal in April?

The Algarve gets the best of the weather, while the Gulf Stream warms things further up the west coast. You'll be kept cool by breezes on the coast, while things can get hotter inland. The island of Madeira's closer to Africa than Portugal, and is popular for its subtropical weather and beaches.



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April is perfect for exploring the coastline and most beautiful beaches in Algarve, long walks on the beach, bike rides, or surfing. So if you like the somewhat quieter, off-season feeling and outdoorsy activities, you'll love Algarve in April.

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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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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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Low season months of November to March are a cheaper time to visit. If you want to escape the crowds and enjoy rock-bottom prices on accommodations, plan your trip for the low season. Many museums and other attractions keep shorter hours, though you'll still find a full lineup of performances in cities and bigger towns ...

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April brings blooming flowers everywhere While rain is still a possibility, the showers fall less frequently in April than in the previous four months. Easter processions bring yet more color to the streets both in Porto and in nearby Braga, which has Portugal's biggest Easter festival.

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April to May and September to October are the times to enjoy outdoor adventures. The spring months from April to May and the autumn months from mid-September to October are the best times to visit if you're interested in hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and other land-based activities.

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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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If you're planning a trip to Portugal, a stop in Porto is a must. Luckily, it's only 313 kilometers (about 195 miles) from Lisbon and easy to reach from the capital city. Downtown Porto is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a historic center and colorful houses.

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Three days is the perfect length of time to fully discover Lisbon. Within these three days, you'll be able to explore all the main tourist attractions, experience the vibrant nightlife, sample some delicious foods and create wonderful memories of this amazing city.

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11 Most Beautiful Places in Portugal
  • Belém Tower, Lisbon.
  • Sete Cidades, Azores.
  • Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon.
  • Madeira Botanical Gardens, Funchal.
  • Peneda-Gerês National Park, Porto.
  • Monserrate Palace, near Sintra.
  • 25th April Bridge, Lisbon.
  • The Douro Valley, Porto.


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The 11 best places to visit in Portugal
  1. Lisbon. Best for nightlife. ...
  2. Douro Valley. Best place to drink wine. ...
  3. Sintra. Best for a fantastical escape. ...
  4. Óbidos. Best hilltop village. ...
  5. Setúbal Peninsula. Best for wild, cliff-backed beaches. ...
  6. Porto. Best for urban exploring. ...
  7. The Minho. Best for traditional villages and wilderness trails. ...
  8. Évora.


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In nine to 12 days, you can expect to see a generous chunk of all that Portugal has to offer, from its most sensational cities to sublime vineyards and beaches, on a north-to-south trip.

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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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