April weather forecast
Funchal, Portugal

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Weather in April

As Funchal strides into April, the first signs of spring make themselves apparent. A hint of warmth reaches the city with marginally higher temperatures heralding the onset of the season. Rainfall records a slight drop to an average of 21mm (0.83"), spread over about 10.5 days, indicating a reduction in precipitation. The number of daylight hours increase, giving the residents longer days and generally more pleasant weather. Overall, the city begins to shed its winter characteristics and embrace the spring.

Temperature

Funchal indicates an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17.4°C (63.3°F) in April, showing minor variation from March's 16.9°C (62.4°F). During April, Funchal's temperature shows a minor deviation from daytime highs, falling to a steady low-temperature average of 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Humidity

In Funchal, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In April, in Funchal, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout April, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.4 rainfall days, and 232mm (9.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Funchal, in April, the average water temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F), most individuals do not find swimming enjoyable. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes more difficult.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Funchal, Portugal, is 13h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 20:27. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 20:48 WEST.

Sunshine

In Funchal, the average sunshine in April is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Funchal are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Funchal in April?

April temperatures in Funchal, Portugal, vary between a high-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F) and a low-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Funchal?

In April, the average relative humidity in Funchal, Portugal, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in April in Funchal?

In Funchal, Portugal, during April, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in April in Funchal?

In April, the average sea temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F). Swimming in 18.2°C (64.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Funchal have in April?

The average day length in April in Funchal, Portugal, is 13h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Funchal?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 20:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 20:48 WEST.

How long on average sun shines in April in Funchal?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Funchal?

The months with the lowest UV index in Funchal, Portugal, are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in April in Funchal?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average temperature in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in April: 17.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (16.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (15.1°C).

Average pressure in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average pressure in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average pressure in April: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1017mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average wind speed in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in April: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (23km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (17.7km/h).

Average humidity in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average humidity in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average rainfall in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in April: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average rainfall days in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.9 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average sea temperature in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in April: 18.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (17.8°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average sunshine days in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average UV index in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average cloud cover in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in April: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in April
Funchal, Portugal

Average visibility in April - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Funchal, Portugal

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