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Fort Lauderdale in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Fort Lauderdale in April 2025

Good Weather
Warm
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Rainy
🌊
Warm water
Weather for Fort Lauderdale in April is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +27°C during the day, and approximately 6 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 12 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in April around 87 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+9°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
87 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fort Lauderdale has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Fort Lauderdale in April

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

The expected average maximum temperature in April is +29°C with a maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +19°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +29°C to +30°C.

Is Fort Lauderdale warm or cold in April?

Fort Lauderdale is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +26°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +19°C to +21°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Fort Lauderdale:

Water temperature in Fort Lauderdale in April

Water in Fort Lauderdale in April is Warm. It varies from +23°C to +27°C, with an average of +25°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +27°C.

In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Fort Lauderdale are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +30°C. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +22°C.

Can you swim in Fort Lauderdale in April?

You can absolutely swim in Fort Lauderdale in April, the water is warm (+25°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Fort Lauderdale in April

Fort Lauderdale weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+26°C+27°C+29°C
Min. temperature
+2°C+9°C+14°C
Max. temperature
+33°C+35°C+35°C
Rainfall
79 mm87 mm142 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+23°C+25°C+27°C
Humidity
69%69%72%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1015 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
664
Cloudy days
1096
Rainy days
131214
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as good as in March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +26°C to +27°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 79 mm to 87 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 4 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 6 sunny days during the month.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Fort Lauderdale is gradually increasing during April, going from 6 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Fort Lauderdale based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 148 mm, with a 70% 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 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Fort Lauderdale wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 53% chance of precipitation and 243 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Fort Lauderdale?

This is the weather in Fort Lauderdale in April 2023:
1 April
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+29°C
2 April
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+30°C
3 April
☁️
+30°C
4 April
☀️
+30°C
5 April
☀️
+29°C
6 April
☀️
+29°C
7 April
☀️
+28°C
8 April
☀️
+29°C
9 April
☀️
+29°C
10 April
🌧️
+23°C
11 April
🌧️
+26°C
12 April
🌧️
+23°C
13 April
🌧️
+30°C
14 April
🌧️
+32°C
15 April
☁️
+32°C
16 April
☁️
+31°C
17 April
☁️
+27°C
18 April
☁️
+27°C
19 April
☁️
+27°C
20 April
☁️
+28°C
21 April
🌧️
+29°C
22 April
☁️
+30°C
23 April
☀️
+30°C
24 April
🌧️
+28°C
25 April
☁️
+29°C
26 April
☀️
+30°C
27 April
☁️
+31°C
28 April
🌧️
+31°C
29 April
☁️
+32°C
30 April
☁️
+30°C
In April 2023 Fort Lauderdale had 9 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +29°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +23°C. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Fort Lauderdale climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Fort Lauderdale in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+26°C) and the highest in 2023 (+29°C). The driest year was 1990 with only 833 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 3290 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fort Lauderdale in April:

Is April a good time to visit Fort Lauderdale?

April is a really good time to go to Fort Lauderdale. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Fort Lauderdale.

Can you sunbathe in Fort Lauderdale in April?

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

Can you swim in Fort Lauderdale in April?

Yes, you can swim in Fort Lauderdale in April, the water temperature averaging at +25°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Fort Lauderdale rainy in April?

Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale

Source of the data

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