☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 20°C
It's mild at 20°C — warm enough for sightseeing but you may want a light layer for evenings. Algarve in April has an average air temperature of 20°C with sea temperatures around 17°C. You can expect 9 hours of sunshine per day and 35mm of rainfall, which means light rainfall — occasional brief showers.
At 17°C the sea is quite cold. A wetsuit is recommended if you plan to swim. With 9 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
Algarve offers mild weather in April — great for culture and sightseeing. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Algarve stacks up against similar destinations in April:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algarve | 20°C | 17°C | 35mm | 9h |
| Cyprus | 20°C | 19°C | 15mm | 9h |
| Tenerife | 21°C | 19°C | 10mm | 8h |
| Agadir | 22°C | 18°C | 15mm | 9h |
| Bodrum | 18°C | 17°C | 30mm | 8h |
| Crete | 18°C | 17°C | 20mm | 9h |
See how Algarve's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Algarve in April has average temperatures of 20°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 17°C.
The sea at 17°C is cold — a wetsuit is recommended.
Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
April is decent for visiting Algarve — not too hot, good for sightseeing.
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