Weather in Corfu in April

How April compares

April is the 8th warmest month of the year in Corfu and ranks 113th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Greece it is 34th of 44 (Greece in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Corfu is 3.1°C warmer by day and 7.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Corfu peaks at 16.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.5°C or more. Roughly 1 in 143 days top 25°C. Nights average 12.3°C; one night in ten drops to 9.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 29.1°C (2018-04-28) and the coldest night 5.0°C (2003-04-08).

Rain in April

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 76 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2012 with 185 mm, the driest 2018 with 12 mm. Humidity averages 77%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 16.0°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.2°C to 16.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.9°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:03 and sets about 20:18 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 50%.

Is April a good time to visit Corfu?

April is not the strongest month here: mild days and frequent rain. The best months for Corfu on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.

Comfortable for being outdoors, but not reliably warm

The mild afternoons are useful if you prefer being outdoors without strong heat, but pack for cool spells rather than assuming Greece means summer weather. Average nights fall to about 12°C, with the coldest nights reaching about 10°C or lower, so a jumper and light jacket will earn their space. Warmer days can reach around 20°C, making lighter clothing useful when the sun is out. However, only 1% of days reach 25°C: proper heat is the exception, not something to base your plans on. Layers give you more flexibility than a suitcase packed mainly with shorts and beachwear.

Leave room for rain in your plans

April is a wet month in Corfu, so the catch is not just the temperature. About 10 days have measurable rain, enough to make a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet ground sensible choices. That does not mean every wet day is lost, but it does mean keeping outdoor plans flexible rather than depending on uninterrupted sunshine. There are about 6.5 hours of sunshine within 13.1 hours of daylight on average, leaving scope for time outside between less favourable spells. Make the most of clear weather when it arrives, and have something indoors in mind for wetter periods.

Treat the sea as cold, not refreshing

The sea averages 16°C in April, with a year-to-year range of 15°C to 17°C. That is cold swimming water, even if the air feels pleasant in sunshine. A quick dip may appeal if you are accustomed to cold water, but do not plan on relaxed, lengthy swims or assume a warm afternoon will make the sea comfortable. Time beside the water is a more realistic priority than time in it. Bring swimwear if you want the option, but give warmer layers more space in your luggage. For a holiday centred on swimming, April's sea temperature is a clear drawback.