Lisbon · April
Low seasonPortugal · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 15° (59°)10– (50–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)17– (63–)32 (90) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)35 (95) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)37 (99) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)36 (97) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)34 (93) | 24° (75°)17– (63–)29 (84) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)18 (64) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 9° (48°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 17° (63°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 18° (64°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)20 (68) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h | 6h | 8h | 9h | 10h | 10h | 11h | 10h | 9h | 7h | 5h | 5h |
🌊Water Temp | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 17° (63°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 17° (63°) | 15° (59°) |
🌧Rain Days | 6d68mm (2.7") | 6d61mm (2.4") | 6d65mm (2.6") | 6d56mm (2.2") | 3d30mm (1.2") | 1d12mm (0.5") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 2d24mm (1.0") | 6d86mm (3.4") | 8d102mm (4.0") | 6d81mm (3.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
April in Lisbon at 20°C (68°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 20°C (68°F), cooling to 13°C (55°F) at night (daily average: 16°C (61°F)). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 56 mm (2.2 in) total. At 16°C (61°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Spring is the connoisseurs' secret high season: jacaranda trees line the avenidas in purple and temperatures are ideal for strolling. The miradouros slowly fill up in the evenings, but the Alfama lanes don't yet belong to tour groups.
Packing list for Lisbon in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Lisbon?
- April is not an optimal month for Lisbon (Score: 62/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Lisbon in April?
- In April, Lisbon sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 13°C (55°F), with a daily average of 16°C (61°F). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F).
- How much rain falls in Lisbon in April?
- In April, Lisbon receives an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Lisbon get in April?
- Lisbon averages 9 sunshine hours per day in April — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Lisbon in April?
- Water temperature in Lisbon in April averages 16°C (61°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
