Weather in Barbados in April

How April compares

April is the 7th warmest month of the year in Barbados and ranks 33rd of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Barbados is 14.4°C warmer by day and 20.0°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Barbados peaks at 27.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.1°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and 1 in 29 pass 30°C. Nights average 25.1°C; one night in ten drops to 24.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 30.8°C (2017-04-24) and the coldest night 22.2°C (2019-04-08).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 31 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2011 with 119 mm, the driest 2001 with 7 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 27.1°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 26.5°C to 27.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (29.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.3 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:46 and sets about 18:11 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 51%.

Is April a good time to visit Barbados?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain. The best months for Barbados on our scoring are February, March, April; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Hot days without much relief at night

April is hot, but temperatures reaching 30°C are uncommon, occurring on just 3% of days. The more useful consideration is how persistent the warmth feels: with humidity at 75% and warm nights, do not expect a cool evening to reset after a hot afternoon. Pack loose, breathable clothes and choose accommodation with cooling if warm bedrooms disturb your sleep. Keep more active plans for the morning or later afternoon, leaving room for shade and breaks around midday. For a UK traveller, this is a clear change from spring weather at home, not a month for relying on layers to stay comfortable outdoors.

Warm swimming water, with room for rain

The sea averages 27.1°C, making April a good fit if swimming is central to your holiday. Rain still needs a place in your plans: about 7 days have measurable rainfall, so keep outdoor arrangements flexible rather than assuming every day will stay dry. That does not tell you how long any shower will last, and a rainy day need not mean abandoning the whole day outdoors. Expect about 6 hours of sunshine within 12.3 hours of daylight, rather than uninterrupted clear skies. Bring sun protection alongside a light waterproof, and use the long daylight window to adjust your plans when conditions change. April suits a flexible beach-and-swim holiday better than a demand for guaranteed sunshine.