Weather in Menorca in April

How April compares

April is the 8th warmest month of the year in Menorca and ranks 121st of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Spain it is 86th of 87 (Spain in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Menorca is 2.7°C warmer by day and 8.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Menorca peaks at 16.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 18.1°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 13.2°C; one night in ten drops to 11.1°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 21.6°C (2020-04-30) and the coldest night 7.5°C (1991-04-21).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 35 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2020 with 114 mm, the driest 2015 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 76%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 15.2°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.5°C to 15.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:05 and sets about 20:21 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 44%.

Is April a good time to visit Menorca?

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

Mild afternoons, with layers still needed

April is comfortable territory for travellers who dislike heat, but it is not reliably warm enough to spend the whole day in light summer clothes. The average daytime high is 2.7°C above London's, so the difference is useful rather than dramatic. The warmer days reach around 18°C or more, while colder nights can fall to around 11°C or below. Pack layers you can remove during a pleasant afternoon, plus a jacket for evenings. There is little reason to plan your day around avoiding intense midday heat; instead, keep outdoor plans flexible enough to make use of the warmer spells.

Useful sunshine, but leave room for rain

April brings about 7.3 hours of sunshine within 13.1 hours of daylight, giving you a generous window for outdoor plans without promising clear skies throughout. Rain falls on about 6 days, so a waterproof jacket belongs in your luggage even if the forecast looks encouraging. The practical approach is to avoid making every day depend on dry weather: keep plans movable and use sunny periods when they arrive. You do not need to treat April as a washout, but equally, guaranteed sunshine is not a sensible expectation. It suits travellers who can enjoy a mild day without needing it to be cloudless.

The sea is the main compromise

The sea averages 15.2°C in April, which makes swimming the clearest drawback for anyone picturing a beach-led holiday. Even the warmer end of the usual year-to-year range, 16°C, is still cold rather than merely bracing. Treat a sea dip as optional, not the basis of your trip, and do not mistake a sunny afternoon for warm water. Time beside the sea is a different proposition from spending long periods in it. April makes more sense if you value mild conditions for being outdoors and are content to leave swimming out; it is a poor match if comfortable sea temperatures are essential.