What is the weather like in Sintra in April?

Expect temperatures between 12°C and 17°C with 23% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Sintra in April?

Sintra in April scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Sintra in April?

April in Sintra is ideal for: Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Sintra Weather in April | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

17°C

Hottest around day 26

Avg Low

12°C

Coolest around day 3

Rainy Days

11days

23% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Sintra

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Portuguese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.301

Travel Intelligence

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Well Connected

63/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jun

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

262

Jan

304

Feb

304

Mar

322

Apr

340

May

343

Jun

209

Jul

297

Aug

297

Sep

297

Oct

297

Nov

297

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Madrid Adolfo Suárez –Barajas (MAD)

Funchal Madeira (FNC)

Paris Orly (ORY)

Barcelona (BCN)

Porto Francisco de Sá Carneiro (OPO)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Portugal. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Portugal.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Portugal.If rabies exposures occur while in Portugal, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is April a Good Time to Visit Sintra?

👌Good option with minor considerations(64/100)

Short Answer

April is Sintra's peak season for good reason: 17°C temperatures and 23% rain probability. But expect crowds (94% of annual maximum) and premium prices.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

94% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Plenty of sunshine

10.8h of sunshine daily

Exceptional dining scene

50 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

🥾
Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 17°C, 23% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 90/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Sintra in April averages 17°C with 23% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Sintra in April

What are the temperatures in Sintra in April?

Daytime highs average 17°C, nights drop to 12°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Sintra in April?

Expect around 11 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Sintra in April?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is April peak season in Sintra?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Sintra Weather in April

Sintra April Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Sintra

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is April a Good Time to Visit Sintra?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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