Portugal Lisbon Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Lisbon is Excellent
April is Excellent for Lisbon.
April is full spring. Daytime 19°C, nighttime 12°C. Daylight 14 hours by end of month.
25 de Abril (April 25, Freedom Day) commemorates the 1974 Carnation Revolution that ended Portuguese dictatorship. National holiday with parades on Avenida da Liberdade. Iconic Lisbon photo: red carnations placed in army rifles.
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Lisbon April Weather Stats
Avg High
19°C
Avg Low
12°C
Rainy Days
9
60mm total
Sunshine
8.1h
Daily avg
Humidity
67%
Comfortable
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
16°C
Cool
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
11 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
18°C
Nighttime
11°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Spring weather + extended daylight
- 25 de Abril cultural day (Apr 25)
- Outdoor terrace season
Cons
- Hotel rates climbing weekly
- Easter weekend price spike
- Spring showers frequent
April Events & Festivals
- Easter (March or April)
- 25 de Abril Freedom Day (April 25)
- Hotel rates climbing
Lisbon in April — Full Picture
April is full spring. Daytime 19°C, nighttime 12°C. Daylight 14 hours by end of month.
25 de Abril (April 25, Freedom Day) commemorates the 1974 Carnation Revolution that ended Portuguese dictatorship. National holiday with parades on Avenida da Liberdade. Iconic Lisbon photo: red carnations placed in army rifles.
Easter weekend (March or April) has religious processions in Alfama.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light jacket + light sweater. Long pants. Sunglasses. Waterproof jacket for spring showers.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current19.3°C
12°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
27°C
17.7°C
1.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21.7°C
14°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
14.3°C
8.3°C
12.3/mo
Lisbon Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14° | 8° | 14d·110mm | 4.6h | 76% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 8° | 11d·80mm | 5.9h | 73% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 10° | 10d·60mm | 6.9h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 19° | 12° | 9d·60mm | 8.1h | 67% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 14° | 7d·45mm | 9.6h | 64% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 17° | 3d·16mm | 11h | 64% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 28° | 18° | 1d·4mm | 11.5h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 28° | 18° | 1d·6mm | 11h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 26° | 17° | 4d·25mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 22° | 14° | 8d·80mm | 6.6h | 71% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 11° | 12d·130mm | 5h | 78% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 9° | 12d·110mm | 4.6h | 77% | 2 | Moderate | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Lisbon?
Lisbon in April is Excellent. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Lisbon in April?
Lisbon April averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C.
Does it rain much in Lisbon in April?
Lisbon April averages 60mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lisbon in April?
Light jacket + light sweater. Long pants. Sunglasses. Waterproof jacket for spring showers.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lisbon in April?
Lisbon April sunrise is 07:00 and sunset is 20:30, with 13h 30m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lisbon in April?
Lisbon April air quality (AQI) averages 34, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 11μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lisbon in April?
In April, Lisbon is great for 25 de Abril celebrations, Easter religious processions, Sintra Pena Palace + gardens.
Is April peak season in Lisbon?
Lisbon April crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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