01Weather
Lisbon weather in April
Afternoons in April average 20.6 °C (69 °F) and nights cool to 12.9 °C (55 °F). The month brings about 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain spread over roughly 9 days. Compared with March it is 2.6 °C warmer; May is 3.3 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical April | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 26 °C / 78 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 62 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 10 °C / 51 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.2 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 29 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest April day 2016–2025 | 31.8 °C / 6.6 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April | 07:21 | 19:59 | 12.6 h |
| 15 April | 07:00 | 20:13 | 13.2 h |
| 30 April | 06:40 | 20:27 | 13.8 h |
Daylight grows by about 72 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Lisbon).
03Crowds
How busy Lisbon is in April
busy The main sights are busy in April. What drives it:
- Easter
- Freedom Day on 25 April
- jacarandas begin late April
04Public holidays
Public holidays in April 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 25 Apr 2027 | Freedom Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Lisbon in April
Every year in April
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dia da Liberdade | 25 April, Avenida da Liberdade parade | national |
07Packing
What to pack for Lisbon in April
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
April is one of the best months, with warm days around 20 °C, Freedom Day celebrations on 25 April with a parade down Avenida da Liberdade, Easter and the first jacaranda blossoms at month-end. Crowds rise but stay far below summer. Sintra and Cascais are at their best before the heat. Rain falls on about eight days, briefly. The cruise ships begin to call at Santa Apolónia.
The Indie Lisboa film festival and the Peixe em Lisboa food festival fill the calendar. The Jerónimos monastery queue builds from Easter; book online. The sea is cold at 16 °C. Daylight passes thirteen and a half hours. For jacarandas, Labour Day and the start of beach season at Cascais, see May.
09Compare
Lisbon month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16 °C | 9 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 17 °C | 10 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 18 °C | 11 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| April | 21 °C | 13 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 24 °C | 15 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 26 °C | 17 °C | 3 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 28 °C | 19 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 29 °C | 19 °C | 1 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 27 °C | 18 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 24 °C | 17 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 13 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| December | 16 °C | 10 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about April? See the best time to visit Lisbon.
10Elsewhere
April in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona in April | 19 °C | 6 |
| Paris in April | 16 °C | 10 |
| London in April | 14 °C | 7 |
| Dublin in April | 13 °C | 11 |
| Rome in April | 20 °C | 7 |
| Amsterdam in April | 14 °C | 7 |
11FAQ
Lisbon in April: your questions
Is April a good time to visit Lisbon?
April is one of the best months to visit Lisbon. Daytime highs average 21 °C (69 °F), rain falls on about 9 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Lisbon in April?
Expect mild days around 21 °C (69 °F) and nights near 13 °C (55 °F). One April in ten brings afternoons above 26 °C, and one in ten stays below 16 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in April?
April brings about 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain over roughly 9 days, which is fairly dry by Lisbon standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 29 percent.
What should I wear in Lisbon in April?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is Lisbon crowded in April?
The main sights are busy in April. Main drivers: Easter; Freedom Day on 25 April; jacarandas begin late April.
What time does it get dark in Lisbon in April?
Around the middle of April the sun sets at about 20:13 and rises at 07:00, giving 13.2 hours of daylight.