Planning a trip to Fort Myers in April? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +82°F and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 68 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
April is usually the driest month of the year in Fort Myers
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+45°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
68 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fort Myers has good weather in April.
Average temperature in Fort Myers in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fort Myers for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +91°F during the day to a minimum of +61°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +86°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +82°F.
Is Fort Myers warm or cold in April?
Fort Myers is typically warm in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +79°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +61°F to +66°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Fort Myers:
Water temperature in Fort Myers in April
Water in Fort Myers in April is Comfortable. It varies from +71°F to +79°F, with an average of +75°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +82°F.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Fort Myers are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +87°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +67°F.
Can you swim in Fort Myers in April?
The water in Fort Myers in April is pretty comfortable (+75°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in Fort Myers in April
Fort Myers weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+79°F
+82°F
+88°F
Min. temperature
+36°F
+45°F
+55°F
Max. temperature
+91°F
+93°F
+97°F
Rainfall
62 mm
68 mm
104 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+69°F
+75°F
+80°F
Humidity
71%
70%
71%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
13
13
11
Cloudy days
8
6
4
Rainy days
8
9
10
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as good as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +79°F to +82°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 62 mm to 68 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 71% to 70%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 13 sunny days during the month.
May brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Fort Myers in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Fort Myers is gradually increasing during April, going from 4 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Fort Myers based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 53% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 161 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 37 mm, which is moderate rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Fort Myers wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 278 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 49 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Fort Myers?
This is the weather in Fort Myers in April 2023:
1 April
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+88°F
2 April
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+87°F
3 April
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+88°F
4 April
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+91°F
5 April
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+91°F
6 April
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+91°F
7 April
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+88°F
8 April
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+86°F
9 April
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+83°F
10 April
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+84°F
11 April
☁️
+82°F
12 April
🌧️
+74°F
13 April
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+86°F
14 April
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+88°F
15 April
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+90°F
16 April
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+90°F
17 April
🌧️
+84°F
18 April
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+84°F
19 April
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+84°F
20 April
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+88°F
21 April
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+87°F
22 April
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+87°F
23 April
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+90°F
24 April
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+88°F
25 April
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+86°F
26 April
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+89°F
27 April
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+89°F
28 April
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+89°F
29 April
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+89°F
30 April
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+82°F
In April 2023 Fort Myers had 24 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +75°F. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 32%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Fort Myers climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Fort Myers in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+80°F) and the highest in 2023 (+86°F). The driest year was 1997 with only 1050 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2546 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fort Myers in April:
Is April a good time to visit Fort Myers?
April is a really good time to go to Fort Myers. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Fort Myers.
Can you sunbathe in Fort Myers in April?
April is warm in Fort Myers. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Fort Myers in April?
Yes, the water temperature in Fort Myers in April is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +75°F.
Is Fort Myers rainy in April?
Fort Myers is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Fort Myers in April?
The amount of sunny days in Fort Myers during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fort Myers, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.