April · Italy
Best time to visit Cinque Terre in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cinque Terre in April
Average temperature 12°C, 101 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
7.5/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 101 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Cinque Terre scores 7.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 12°C, 101 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Five pastel villages cling to the Ligurian cliffs, linked by trails and a slow coastal railway.
April holds up well in Cinque Terre — 3rd best month
Expect 12°C (53°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
101 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.5/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cinque Terre in April?
- In April, Cinque Terre averages 12°C, 101 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Cinque Terre?
- April earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cinque Terre in April?
- Expect about 101 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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