Weather in Amalfi Coast in April

How April compares

April is the 8th warmest month of the year in Amalfi Coast and ranks 118th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Italy it is 13th of 16 (Italy in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Amalfi Coast is 2.9°C warmer by day and 6.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Amalfi Coast peaks at 16.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.4°C or more. Roughly 1 in 250 days top 25°C. Nights average 11.2°C; one night in ten drops to 8.5°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 28.3°C (2019-04-25) and the coldest night 1.8°C (2020-04-02).

Rain in April

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 11 days with 1 mm or more, 88 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2012 with 191 mm, the driest 2011 with 37 mm. Humidity averages 76%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 15.4°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.7°C to 16.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.4°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:23 and sets about 19:40 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 52%.

Is April a good time to visit Amalfi Coast?

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

Comfortable for walking, but keep a layer handy

April’s mild temperatures are better suited to walking than sitting still in beachwear. Average daytime highs of 16.4°C make a light jumper or jacket useful, even if sunshine feels pleasant. The warmer days reach 19.4°C or more, but that is a bonus rather than the temperature to pack around. Evenings need more thought: the average low is 11.2°C, and the colder nights fall to 8.5°C or below. Bring trousers and a warmer layer for spending time outside after dark. If reliable heat is the main reason for your holiday, April is not a strong fit.

Plan around rain, not just sunshine

Rain is a meaningful part of the April trade-off, with about 11 rainy days during the month. That makes a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet ground more useful than a suitcase built entirely around dry weather. Sunshine averages about 6.3 hours a day, so this is not simply a grey-weather choice, but uninterrupted sunshine is not a sensible expectation either. Keep outdoor plans flexible and use brighter spells when they arrive. A forecast-led approach will suit this month better than fixing every day’s plans in advance, especially if most of your holiday depends on being outside.

Choose April for time outdoors, not warm-water swimming

The sea averages 15.4°C, which is cold rather than merely refreshing. Its year-to-year range of 15°C to 16°C offers little reason to expect a comfortably warm swim. If swimming is central to your holiday, April is a poor match; if you are happy enjoying the coast from dry land, that drawback matters much less. Pack swimwear only with realistic expectations, not as the basis of your plans. For travellers choosing mainly on overall weather, June, July and August rate better here. April makes more sense when mild daytime conditions appeal more than heat and warm water.