Weather in Zante in April

How April compares

April is the 8th warmest month of the year in Zante and ranks 102nd of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Greece it is 25th of 44 (Greece in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Zante is 3.8°C warmer by day and 8.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Zante peaks at 17.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 20.0°C or more. Roughly 1 in 91 days top 25°C. Nights average 13.7°C; one night in ten drops to 11.2°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 28.1°C (2018-04-28) and the coldest night 8.4°C (1995-04-01).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 42 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2001 with 132 mm, the driest 2018 with 4 mm. Humidity averages 76%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 16.1°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.4°C to 16.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.2°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:01 and sets about 20:12 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 40%.

Is April a good time to visit Zante?

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

Milder than London, but pack for spring

Zante is warmer than London in April, though the difference is modest: average daytime highs are 3.8°C higher. Think light layers rather than a suitcase built around shorts and swimwear. A T-shirt may suit a warmer afternoon, but a jumper or light jacket makes sense for evenings. The warmest 10% of days reach 20°C or more, while 25°C occurs on just 1% of days, so reliable sunbathing heat is not a good reason to book. This is a better fit if you prefer being outdoors in mild conditions and do not mind adjusting your clothing as the day cools.

Useful sunshine, with some wet-weather flexibility

April brings about 7.8 hours of sunshine a day within 13 hours of daylight, giving you a useful window for outdoor plans. That is not a promise of clear skies throughout your stay: there are about 6 rainy days during the month. Pack a light waterproof and keep your plans flexible enough to move outdoor time into brighter spells. Rain need not rule out the trip, but a holiday that depends on uninterrupted sunshine is a gamble. The balance suits travellers happy to make the most of fair weather rather than commit every day to lying out in the sun.

Treat the sea as a cold dip, not the main attraction

The sea averages 16.1°C in April, with a year-to-year range of 15°C to 17°C. That is cold, not merely refreshing, and well below the 22°C benchmark for comfortable swimming. If swimming is central to your holiday, April is a poor match; do not assume a sunny afternoon means warm water. You might still choose a brief dip if you are accustomed to cold conditions, but plan your stay around time outdoors on land rather than long swims. The key distinction is between enjoying sunshine beside the sea and expecting the sea itself to feel inviting.