What April feels like in Lisbon
For Lisbon, April is the heart of spring. Mild afternoons make it easy to spend hours outdoors. Little changes after sunset — nights are cool, only slightly below the daytime level. The air is fairly humid, though at these temperatures it rarely feels oppressive.
Rain in Lisbon in April
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Wet days average about 6.8 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. Across the year Lisbon averages about 7.7 mm per rainy day, so April is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in April
Mid-month, Lisbon gets 13 h 10 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:02 am to sunset near 8:12 pm. Since mid-March the day has gained 1 h 17 min. Measured sunshine covers about 86% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How April compares to the rest of the year
In Lisbon's temperature order, April sits as the 6th coolest month. Against March, the average high is 2.1°C (3.8°F) higher, with 3 mm less rain. Temperatures keep climbing into May. May averages a high of 21.9°C (71.4°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — comfortable for long walks and picnics.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Lisbon in April
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Lisbon in April?
Expect around 18.8°C (65.8°F) in the afternoon and 12.3°C (54.1°F) at night, which most visitors would call mild.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in April?
It does: about 9 rainy days bring roughly 61 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Lisbon in April?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is April or May better for visiting Lisbon?
On our 12-month climate ranking, May comes out ahead (#3 of 12 vs #6). May is warmer and has fewer rainy days.