Month guide · Lisbon · Portugal
Lisbon in April
What April is really like in Lisbon: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Lisbon. Expect average highs of 20°C (68°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 9 rainy days and roughly 13.2 hours of daylight. Pleasant walking weather and wildflowers in Sintra; Easter brings a jump in visitors and prices.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 20°C (68°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 9
- Daylight
- About 13.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 15°C (59°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the 7th-warmest month in Lisbon: days average 20°C (68°F) against a yearly average high of 22°C (72°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 9 of its 30 days. Compared with March (19°C (66°F)), April is about as warm; by May highs climb to around 23°C (73°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 07:00
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 20:13
- Daylight
- About 13.2 hours
- Sea
- 15°C (59°F)
Spring (March–May). Warm, sunny days, blooming jacaranda by late May and comfortable hill walking, with Easter and 25 April bringing busy weekends.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 4 for crowds (the peak is June at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in June). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- Freedom Day — Carnation Revolution anniversary parade on Avenida da Liberdade (25 April)
- IndieLisboa film festival (usually late April to May)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Museum · Xabregas
National Tile Museum
Housed in the Madre de Deus convent, the Museu Nacional do Azulejo traces five centuries of Portuguese tiles, from Moorish-influenced patterns to Art Nouveau.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Rainy day
- History
- Off the beaten path
Historic site · Chiado
Carmo Convent
Combine it with Largo do Carmo, one of the prettiest squares in Chiado, and the upper walkway of the Santa Justa Lift next door.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Off the beaten path
- Photo spot
Neighbourhood · Alcântara
LX Factory
A 19th-century industrial complex under the 25 de Abril Bridge has been turned into a creative quarter of restaurants, bars, design shops and studios.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Food
- Art
Market · Cais do Sodré
Mercado da Ribeira and Time Out Market
Arrive before noon or after 3pm to get a seat; the traditional market side is best early in the morning.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- Rainy day
- Shopping
What to pack
For highs near 20°C, lows near 11°C and 9 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Lisbon?
One of the best months to visit Lisbon, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are May–June and September–October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Lisbon?
It is one of the best months to visit Lisbon. Pleasant walking weather and wildflowers in Sintra; Easter brings a jump in visitors and prices.
+How warm is Lisbon in April?
Average highs are around 20°C (68°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in April?
Expect rain on about 9 days of the month.