Weather in Alicante in April

How April compares

April is the 7th warmest month of the year in Alicante and ranks 69th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Spain it is 28th of 87 (Spain in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Alicante is 6.4°C warmer by day and 7.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Alicante peaks at 19.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 23.0°C or more. Roughly 1 in 53 days top 25°C. Nights average 12.2°C; one night in ten drops to 9.6°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 28.9°C (2011-04-09) and the coldest night 6.0°C (1995-04-01).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 45 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2019 with 114 mm, the driest 2017 with 5 mm. Humidity averages 65%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 15.8°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.1°C to 16.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.5°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:26 and sets about 20:38 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 45%.

Is April a good time to visit Alicante?

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

Comfortable days, cooler evenings

The daytime weather suits travellers who prefer being active without strong heat. An average high of 19.9°C makes a light top a reasonable starting point, with a jumper or jacket handy when you stop or head out later. The warmest 10% of days reach 23°C or more, so some afternoons can feel warmer than the monthly average suggests. Evenings need a different approach: average lows are 12.2°C, and the coldest 10% of nights reach 9.6°C or lower. Pack trousers and a proper outer layer rather than relying on summer clothes throughout. Midday is the sensible time to make the most of the warmth.

Useful sunshine, but keep plans flexible

April brings about 7.1 hours of sunshine within 13.0 hours of daylight, giving you a useful window for spending time outdoors without expecting clear skies throughout. Rain is a genuine consideration, with about 7 rainy days during the month. That does not tell you how rain will fall during your stay, so avoid building the whole trip around dry weather. Bring a light waterproof and shoes you are comfortable walking in if conditions turn wet. Keep outdoor plans flexible enough to move to a brighter spell. April suits that approach better than a holiday where every day needs to be spent lying in the sun.

Better for time by the sea than swimming

The sea is the clearest reason to manage expectations. At an average of 15.8°C, it is cold, and the year-to-year range of 15°C to 17°C stays below the comfortable swimming threshold of 22°C. A sunny afternoon may tempt you towards the water, but it will not feel like a summer swim. Plan on enjoying time beside the sea rather than making swimming central to the holiday, unless you already enjoy cold water. If warmer holiday weather matters more than mild conditions for walking, June, July and August are the stronger choices. April makes more sense when comfortable daytime activity is the priority.