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Fortaleza in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Fortaleza in April and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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April

Weather in Fortaleza in April 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
April could be a good time to visit Fortaleza, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +84°F, and there are typically 1 sunny days in April. However, expect about 24 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 197 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • April is usually the wettest month of the year in Fortaleza;

Average weather

☀️
+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
197 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fortaleza has OK weather in April.

Average temperature in Fortaleza in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fortaleza for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in April is +84°F with a maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +75°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +84°F.

Is Fortaleza warm or cold in April?

Fortaleza is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +77°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 Fortaleza:

Water temperature in Fortaleza in April

Water in Fortaleza in April is Very warm. It varies from +83°F to +86°F, with an average of +84°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.

The water temperature in April is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Fortaleza are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +80°F.

Can you swim in Fortaleza in April?

You can definitely swim in Fortaleza in April, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Fortaleza in April

Fortaleza weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+82°F+84°F+84°F
Min. temperature
+70°F+73°F+73°F
Max. temperature
+91°F+91°F+90°F
Rainfall
178 mm197 mm101 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+84°F+84°F+83°F
Humidity
81%82%79%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1010 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
013
Cloudy days
124
Rainy days
272422
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as ok as in March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +84°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 178 mm to 197 mm. Humidity rises from 81% to 82%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 0 to 1.

May brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Fortaleza in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Fortaleza is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Fortaleza based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 225 mm, with a 90% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 27 mm, which is moderate rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 27 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
April is one of the rainiest months in Fortaleza, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Fortaleza wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 80% chance of precipitation and 197 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Fortaleza?

This is the weather in Fortaleza in April 2023:
1 April
☀️
+83°F
2 April
🌧️
+81°F
3 April
☀️
+85°F
4 April
🌧️
+82°F
5 April
☁️
+82°F
6 April
🌧️
+81°F
7 April
🌧️
+82°F
8 April
🌧️
+82°F
9 April
🌧️
+82°F
10 April
🌧️
+81°F
11 April
🌧️
+83°F
12 April
☀️
+86°F
13 April
🌧️
+85°F
14 April
🌧️
+83°F
15 April
🌧️
+83°F
16 April
🌧️
+83°F
17 April
🌧️
+84°F
18 April
🌧️
+82°F
19 April
🌧️
+85°F
20 April
☁️
+86°F
21 April
🌧️
+86°F
22 April
☀️
+85°F
23 April
☀️
+86°F
24 April
☀️
+86°F
25 April
☁️
+87°F
26 April
🌧️
+83°F
27 April
🌧️
+80°F
28 April
☀️
+83°F
29 April
🌧️
+83°F
30 April
☀️
+84°F
In April 2023 Fortaleza had 8 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 19 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 63%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Fortaleza climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Fortaleza in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+82°F) and the highest in 2020 (+87°F). The driest year was 1993 with only 236 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2009 with 1739 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fortaleza in April:

Is April a good time to visit Fortaleza?

It’s always a good time to visit Fortaleza, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Fortaleza in April?

April is warm in Fortaleza. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Fortaleza in April?

Yes, you can swim in Fortaleza in April, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Fortaleza rainy in April?

Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Fortaleza in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Fortaleza

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fortaleza, 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.