April 3 sees frequent showers in Ponta Delgada. Historical data shows a 42% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 17°C. Take advantage of the off-peak calm in Ponta Delgada to see the sights without the usual crowds.
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Essential Travel Info for Ponta Delgada
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Ponta Delgada Weather Forecast for April 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.6°C. 42% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Ponta Delgada in April
Based on historical data for April 3, Ponta Delgada typically experiences temperatures between 13.7°C and 16.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 42% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Ponta Delgada
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
16.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
42%
Avg 2.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
72%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1016.6 hPa
High volatility
Ponta Delgada Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 23 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 35 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 58 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.1°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Portugal
Flight Traffic
Quiet
36/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~25
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Ponta Delgada
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:26
☀️ Noon
12:47
🌇 Sunset
19:07
⏱️ Daylight
12h 41m
Wind Speed
32.1 km/h
Fresh breeze
Sunshine
9.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
80%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Ponta Delgada
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Ponta Delgada on April 3 averages 16.6°C with a 42% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 65/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Ponta Delgada Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 10
16.9°C • 36% rain
Score
77
April 9
16.8°C • 37% rain
Score
76
March 30
16.4°C • 38% rain
Score
74
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Ponta Delgada Worth Visiting on April 3?
Planning a trip to Ponta Delgada on April 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.6°C with a 42% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 25 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 16.3°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 3.23m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.5°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 12.5°C in 2022.