What April feels like in Buenos Aires
For Buenos Aires, April is the heart of autumn (Buenos Aires is in the southern hemisphere, so the seasons run opposite to Europe and North America). Mild afternoons make it easy to spend hours outdoors. Little changes after sunset — nights stay mild, only slightly below the daytime level. Moist air is typical, yet it seldom feels heavy at this time of year.
Rain in Buenos Aires in April
Most days stay dry; rain arrives about one day in 4. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 13.1 mm (0.5 in) on an average rainy day. The yearly figure is similar, around 11.5 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in April
Mid-month, Buenos Aires gets 11 h 15 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:16 am to sunset near 6:31 pm. Days are getting shorter: 1 h 6 min less daylight than in mid-March. About 78% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How April compares to the rest of the year
In Buenos Aires's temperature order, April sits as the 6th warmest month. Against March, the average high is 3.3°C (5.9°F) lower, with 40 mm less rain. May is cooler again. May averages a high of 17.3°C (63.1°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Buenos Aires in April
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Buenos Aires in April?
It feels mild: typical highs are 21.3°C (70.3°F), with lows near 14.9°C (58.8°F).
Does it rain a lot in Buenos Aires in April?
Not especially. There are about 7 rainy days (91 mm), mostly moderate rain.
What should I wear in Buenos Aires in April?
Pack rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is April or May better for visiting Buenos Aires?
April, clearly: it ranks #1 of 12 among Buenos Aires's months, against #6 for the other. May is cooler and has fewer rainy days.