Planning a trip to Karpathos in April? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +17°C and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 16 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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+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
+8°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
16 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Karpathos has good weather in April.
Average temperature in Karpathos in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Karpathos for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +18°C during the day to a minimum of +14°C during the night, the temperature in April averages around +17°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +17°C.
Is Karpathos warm or cold in April?
Karpathos is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +13°C to +15°C.
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 Karpathos:
Water temperature in Karpathos in April
Water in Karpathos in April is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +19°C, with an average of +17°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +17°C.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Karpathos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +17°C.
Can you swim in Karpathos in April?
Water temperature (+17°C) in Karpathos in April might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Karpathos in April
Karpathos weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+15°C
+17°C
+20°C
Min. temperature
+5°C
+8°C
+12°C
Max. temperature
+21°C
+28°C
+32°C
Rainfall
33 mm
16 mm
6 mm
Wind
6 m/s
6 m/s
6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+17°C
+17°C
+20°C
Humidity
72%
74%
76%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
9
13
18
Cloudy days
11
10
8
Rainy days
11
7
5
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as good as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +15°C to +17°C during the day.As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 33 mm to 16 mm.Humidity rises from 72% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 6 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 9 to 13.
May brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Karpathos in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 12 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Karpathos is gradually increasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Karpathos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 17% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 11 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 5 rainy days during April, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Karpathos wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Karpathos?
This is the weather in Karpathos in April 2023:
1 April
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+17°C
2 April
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+18°C
3 April
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+18°C
4 April
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+17°C
5 April
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+16°C
6 April
🌧️
+16°C
7 April
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+15°C
8 April
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+16°C
9 April
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+16°C
10 April
☀️
+15°C
11 April
🌧️
+15°C
12 April
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+16°C
13 April
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+17°C
14 April
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+17°C
15 April
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+17°C
16 April
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+17°C
17 April
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+17°C
18 April
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+17°C
19 April
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+17°C
20 April
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+17°C
21 April
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+17°C
22 April
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+18°C
23 April
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+17°C
24 April
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+17°C
25 April
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+18°C
26 April
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+18°C
27 April
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+18°C
28 April
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+16°C
29 April
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+16°C
30 April
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+17°C
In April 2023 Karpathos had 19 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +18°C and a minimum of +15°C. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 60%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Karpathos climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Karpathos in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+19°C) and the highest in 2018 (+23°C). The driest year was 1990 with only 160 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 480 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Karpathos in April:
Is April a good time to visit Karpathos?
April is a really good time to go to Karpathos. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Karpathos.
Can you sunbathe in Karpathos in April?
April has mild temperatures in Karpathos. 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 Karpathos in April?
In general, you can swim in Karpathos in April, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +17°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Karpathos rainy in April?
Karpathos is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Karpathos in April?
The amount of sunny days in Karpathos during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Karpathos, 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.