Your April weather guide

Warm

Weather in La Gomera in April

April is a good time to visit La Gomera if you want warm, mostly dry weather rather than strong heat. Daytime highs average 21°C, nights stay around 18°C, and the sea is a bracing 19.5°C. For a UK traveller, that makes it a comfortable choice for spending time outdoors and eating outside, but less convincing if your holiday depends on warm-water swimming. Pack light clothes, with a layer for evenings.

Long-term climate averages for San Sebastian de la Gomera, not a forecast · 1991-2020

La Gomera, month by month

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At a glance

The useful details for San Sebastian de la Gomera.

Average daytime high
21.3°C
9 in 10 days stay below 23°C
Average night-time low
18.3°C
coldest 10% of nights: 16°C or lower
Compared with London
+7.8°C
London averages 13.5°C in April
Sea temperature
19.5°C
year to year: 19°C to 20°C
Sunshine per day (est.)
9.1h
72% of 12.7 h of daylight
Rainy days (1 mm+)
2
8 mm over the month
Humidity
71%
Days over 25°C
3%
0% over 30°C
Record high 1991-2020
34.6°C
2017-04-17
Record low 1991-2020
13.4°C
2019-04-03
Flight from London
≈ 4 h 24 min
2929 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)

Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.

How April compares

April is the 8th warmest month of the year in La Gomera and ranks 56th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Spain it is 12th of 87 (Spain in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, La Gomera is 7.8°C warmer by day and 13.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in La Gomera peaks at 21.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 23.3°C or more. Roughly 1 in 37 days top 25°C and 1 in 500 pass 30°C. Nights average 18.3°C; one night in ten drops to 16.2°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 34.6°C (2017-04-17) and the coldest night 13.4°C (2019-04-03).

Rain in April

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 2 days with 1 mm or more, 8 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2011 with 27 mm, the driest 2007 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 71%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 19.5°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 18.8°C to 20.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (23.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:43 and sets about 20:34 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 28%.

Is April a good time to visit La Gomera?

It is a reasonable choice: warm days. The best months for La Gomera on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.

Warm days without summer heat

Expect pleasant warmth rather than hot afternoons. La Gomera's average daytime high is 7.8°C above London's in April, so the difference should feel noticeable without making daytime activity uncomfortable for most travellers. Only 3% of days reach 25°C, which is the main catch if you want proper summer heat. Light clothing should suit much of the day, though a light jumper is sensible when sitting outside after dark. Nights average 18.3°C, but the coldest 10% fall to 16.2°C or below. April suits travellers who prefer being outdoors in moderate warmth more than those looking for consistently hot beach weather.

Plenty of sun, but swimming takes more resolve

Rain is unlikely to dominate your plans: April has about 2 rainy days, so keeping outdoor plans flexible is more useful than packing for a wet holiday. Around 9.1 hours of sunshine within 12.7 hours of daylight gives you plenty of time outside, and sun protection still matters even when the air feels mild. The sea is the bigger compromise. At an average of 19.5°C, it is bracing rather than comfortably warm, with year-to-year averages ranging from 19°C to 20°C. If you enjoy cooler water, a dip may appeal; if you like to linger in a warm sea, April is not a strong fit.

A little perspective

La Gomera through the year

April is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.

Monthly climate averages

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La Gomera monthly climate averages, 1991-2020; April is the selected month.
MonthDayNightSeaSun/dayRain mmRainy daysDays 25°C+
January20.1°C17.1°C19.9°C6.91431%
February20.2°C17.2°C19.3°C7.91833%
March20.7°C17.6°C19.1°C8.41432%
AprilSelected21.3°C18.3°C19.5°C9.1823%
May22.5°C19.5°C20.2°C10.0315%
Junebest24.4°C21.5°C21.3°C11.82128%
Julybest25.9°C23.1°C22.0°C12.40084%
Augustbest26.8°C23.9°C22.9°C11.41097%
September26.3°C23.4°C23.7°C9.25185%
October25.0°C22.1°C23.5°C7.416448%
November22.9°C20.1°C22.4°C6.516411%
December21.2°C18.4°C21.1°C6.53352%

Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.

Day, night and sea

Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020

  • Day
  • Night
  • Sea
Bars show average daytime highs and night-time lows; circles mark the average sea temperature. Same scale for every month. Exact values are in the table.

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A little more detail

La Gomera in April FAQs

Plain answers, grounded in the averages.

Is La Gomera hot in April?

La Gomera is warm in April: the average daytime high is 21.3°C and nights average 18.3°C. Roughly 1 in 37 April days reach 25°C.

Can you swim in the sea in La Gomera in April?

The sea around La Gomera averages 19.5°C in April, which is bracing - fine for a quick dip, cool for long swims. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 19°C to 20°C depending on the year.

How much does it rain in La Gomera in April?

La Gomera sees about 2 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 8 mm of rain in a typical April. The wettest April between 1991 and 2020 was 2011 (27 mm) and the driest was 2007 (0 mm).

How sunny is La Gomera in April?

La Gomera gets around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day in April out of 12.7 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).

How does La Gomera compare with the UK in April?

La Gomera is on average 7.8°C warmer than London by day in April (21.3°C against 13.5°C).

What is the hottest April on record in La Gomera?

Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day in La Gomera reached 34.6°C on 2017-04-17, and the coldest night dropped to 13.4°C on 2019-04-03.

Is April among La Gomera's best months for holiday weather?

April is a good fit for moderate warmth and little rain, but June, July and August rate better overall. Choose April if avoiding strong heat matters more to you than having the warmest conditions.

Will I need warm clothes in the evening?

Bring a light jumper or cardigan rather than relying entirely on daytime clothes. Average night-time lows are 18.3°C, while the coldest 10% of nights reach 16.2°C or lower. A layer makes sitting outdoors after dark more comfortable.

About these averages

ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020

Averages computed from daily values at San Sebastián de la Gomera (San Sebastian de la Gomera). Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 2.2 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather