Weather in Puglia in April

How April compares

April is the 7th warmest month of the year in Puglia and ranks 97th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Italy it is 7th of 16 (Italy in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Puglia is 4.0°C warmer by day and 6.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Puglia peaks at 17.5°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 20.7°C or more. Roughly 1 in 111 days top 25°C. Nights average 11.3°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 28.7°C (2018-04-30) and the coldest night 3.3°C (2003-04-08).

Rain in April

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 58 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2014 with 126 mm, the driest 2018 with 18 mm. Humidity averages 73%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 14.3°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 13.8°C to 15.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.1°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:13 and sets about 19:32 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 48%.

Is April a good time to visit Puglia?

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

Comfortable days, but pack for cool evenings and rain

The daytime average suits walking without the strain of summer heat, but do not pack as though every afternoon will be warm. The warmest days reach 20.7°C or more, while colder nights can fall to 8.5°C or below. Layers are more useful than a suitcase built around shorts: bring light tops, a jumper and a jacket you will be happy wearing after dark. Rain is a meaningful part of the April picture, with about 10 rainy days. A waterproof outer layer and shoes that cope with wet ground make sense. Keep outdoor plans flexible rather than relying on a completely dry stay.

Good daylight for being outside, cold water for swimming

April gives you about 6.8 hours of sunshine within 13.1 hours of daylight, so there is useful scope for outdoor time without needing to fit everything around midday. That is not a promise of clear skies throughout the day: allow for cloud and wet spells. The coast can still suit a walk or time sitting outside when conditions are pleasant, but treat swimming as a separate decision. Sea temperatures range from 14°C to 15°C between years, remaining firmly cold. If you picture long, comfortable swims as part of the holiday, April is a poor match, even when the air feels warm in the sunshine.