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Lisbon, Lisbon District, Portugal

Lisbon in April

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Lisbon are June, August, September and October. In April, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
16°C
Rainfall
116 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In April, Lisbon is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 16°C with about 116mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Lisbon in April

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Capture of Lisbon (1094)
The capture of Lisbon occurred in 1094 when the Almoravids, led by Syr ibn Abi Bakr, invaded and captured Lisbon from the Castilian governor, Count Raymond of Burgundy.
Lisbon
Lisbon is the capital and most populous city of Portugal, with an estimated population of 658,236 as of 2025, within its administrative limits and 3,353,000 within the metropolis,
Marquês de Pombal Station
Marquês de Pombal is an interchange station where the Blue and Yellow Lines of the Lisbon Metro connect, being located on Praça Marquês de Pombal.
Instituto Camões
The Instituto Camões, formally, Camões — Instituto da Cooperação e da Língua, I. P., is a Portuguese international institution dedicated to the worldwide promotion of the Portugues
Marquis of Pombal Square
The Marquis of Pombal Square is an important roundabout in the city of Lisbon, Portugal. It is located between the Avenida da Liberdade and the Edward VII Park in the former parish
Edward VII Park
Edward VII Park is a public park in Lisbon, Portugal. The park occupies an area of 26 hectares to the north of Avenida da Liberdade and Marquis of Pombal Square in Lisbon's city ce

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Lisbon in April: FAQ

Is April a good time to visit Lisbon?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Lisbon's best months are generally June, August, September and October.

What is the weather like in Lisbon in April?+

Expect average temperatures around 16°C. Rainfall averages about 116mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Lisbon in April?+

Based on the typical April weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Lisbon in April?+

Popular things to do include Capture of Lisbon (1094), Lisbon, Marquês de Pombal Station and Instituto Camões. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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