Weather in Torremolinos in April

How April compares

April is the 7th warmest month of the year in Torremolinos. Within Spain it is 44th of 87 (Spain in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Torremolinos is 5.6°C warmer by day and 6.8°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Torremolinos peaks at 19.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 22.4°C or more. Roughly 1 in 71 days top 25°C. Nights average 11.9°C; one night in ten drops to 9.4°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 28.8°C (2017-04-15) and the coldest night 5.8°C (2004-04-11).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 41 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2004 with 95 mm, the driest 2001 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 70%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 15.8°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.2°C to 16.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (23.3°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:44 and sets about 20:52 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 44%.

Is April a good time to visit Torremolinos?

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

Mild afternoons, cooler evenings

April's warmth is better suited to walking and sitting outside than relying on all-day sunbathing. A light top may be enough during a sunny afternoon, but keep a jumper or jacket handy for shade and later in the day. The warmer days reach 22.4°C or more, so there can be opportunities for lighter clothing without persistent heat. Nights are a different matter: the coldest can fall to 9.4°C or lower, making an extra layer useful if you plan to stay out after dark. Pack for a change between afternoon and evening rather than treating this as summer.

Plenty of daylight, with rain to work around

There is enough daylight to keep your plans relaxed, with about 7.3 hours of sunshine within 13 hours of daylight. That does not mean clear skies throughout the day, so avoid building the whole trip around uninterrupted sun. April has about 7 rainy days, making a light waterproof a sensible addition to your bag. Keep outdoor plans flexible and use brighter spells for time by the sea or meals outside. The balance favours a trip where you are happy to adapt, rather than one where a cloudy or wet spell would leave you disappointed. Sunshine is part of the appeal, but not a guarantee.

The sea is the main catch

The sea averages 15.8°C in April, which is cold rather than comfortably swimmable. Its year-to-year range of 15°C to 16°C gives little reason to expect a substantially warmer swim just by choosing a different April. You may enjoy sitting by the water on a sunny afternoon, but warm air does not make the sea warm. If swimming is central to your holiday, check that any pool you intend to use is heated rather than assuming it will feel comfortable. April makes more sense for time outdoors with an occasional dip if you tolerate cold water, not long, leisurely sea swims.