Are you considering a trip to Palermo in April? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +66°F and about 6 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 14 rainy days and 64 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
64 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Palermo has good weather in April.
Average temperature in Palermo in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Palermo for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in April is +68°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +77°F during the day and a minimum of +48°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +70°F.
Is Palermo warm or cold in April?
Palermo is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +61°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +55°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Palermo:
Water temperature in Palermo in April
Water in Palermo in April is Cold. It varies from +58°F to +64°F, with an average of +61°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +66°F.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Palermo are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +80°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +58°F.
Can you swim in Palermo in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Palermo in April, the water is very cold (+61°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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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
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Palermo in April
Palermo weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+61°F
+66°F
+72°F
Min. temperature
+39°F
+46°F
+52°F
Max. temperature
+84°F
+93°F
+102°F
Rainfall
90 mm
64 mm
43 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+58°F
+61°F
+66°F
Humidity
75%
71%
68%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
5
6
10
Cloudy days
10
9
10
Rainy days
15
14
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
April often has better weather than March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +61°F to +66°F during the day.As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 90 mm to 64 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 75% to 71%.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 5 to 6.
May brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Palermo in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Palermo 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 Palermo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in April stands at 33%, leading to total precipitation of around 63 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 10 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:
Palermo wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 90 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Palermo?
This is the weather in Palermo in April 2023:
1 April
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+73°F
2 April
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+65°F
3 April
🌧️
+59°F
4 April
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+62°F
5 April
🌧️
+60°F
6 April
☁️
+60°F
7 April
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+62°F
8 April
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+66°F
9 April
☁️
+62°F
10 April
☀️
+64°F
11 April
☀️
+64°F
12 April
☀️
+72°F
13 April
☁️
+76°F
14 April
☀️
+66°F
15 April
🌧️
+67°F
16 April
🌧️
+61°F
17 April
🌧️
+62°F
18 April
☁️
+65°F
19 April
☁️
+67°F
20 April
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+69°F
21 April
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+68°F
22 April
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+70°F
23 April
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+73°F
24 April
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+71°F
25 April
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+71°F
26 April
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+69°F
27 April
☀️
+72°F
28 April
☀️
+71°F
29 April
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+75°F
30 April
🌧️
+71°F
In April 2023 Palermo had 12 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 37%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Palermo climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Palermo in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+68°F) and the highest in 2012 (+75°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 353 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 1977 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Palermo in April:
Is April a good time to visit Palermo?
April is a really good time to go to Palermo. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Palermo.
Can you sunbathe in Palermo in April?
April has mild temperatures in Palermo. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Palermo in April?
Swimming in Palermo in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Palermo rainy in April?
Palermo 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 Palermo in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Palermo in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Palermo, 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.