April · Portugal
Best time to visit Lisbon in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lisbon in April
Average temperature 16°C, 25 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 25 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Lisbon scores 9.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 16°C, 25 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hill-climbing trams, panoramic miradouros, and soft Atlantic light make April through June Lisbon at its finest.
April: the best month of the year in Lisbon
April averages 16°C (61°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 25 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 daylight hours.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lisbon at 9.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lisbon in April?
- In April, Lisbon averages 16°C, 25 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Lisbon?
- April earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lisbon in April?
- Expect about 25 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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