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Kos in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Kos in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Kos, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Kos in April 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Kos in April? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +18°C and approximately 12 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 27 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+18°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+29°C
Max.
27 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kos has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Kos in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kos 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 +13°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 Kos warm or cold in April?

Kos is typically mild in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +18°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 Kos:

Water temperature in Kos in April

Water in Kos in April is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +19°C, with an average of +17°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +18°C.

The water temperature in April is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Kos 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 Kos in April?

Water temperature (+17°C) in Kos in April might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
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 Kos in April

Kos weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+15°C+18°C+21°C
Min. temperature
+3°C+7°C+12°C
Max. temperature
+23°C+29°C+37°C
Rainfall
66 mm27 mm10 mm
Wind
6 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+17°C+17°C+20°C
Humidity
74%77%80%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1012 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
101217
Cloudy days
9109
Rainy days
1295
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 +15°C to +18°C during the day. As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 66 mm to 27 mm. Humidity rises from 74% to 77%. Winds are calmer in comparison to March, going down from 6 m/s to 5 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 10 to 12.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 14 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.

The average wind speed in Kos is gradually decreasing during April, going from 8 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Kos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 27% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 44 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 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:
Kos wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 146 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 Kos?

This is the weather in Kos in April 2023:
1 April
☁️
+17°C
2 April
☁️
+17°C
3 April
☀️
+18°C
4 April
🌧️
+17°C
5 April
🌧️
+16°C
6 April
🌧️
+15°C
7 April
☀️
+15°C
8 April
☁️
+16°C
9 April
☀️
+16°C
10 April
☀️
+16°C
11 April
☀️
+15°C
12 April
☀️
+17°C
13 April
☀️
+17°C
14 April
☁️
+17°C
15 April
☁️
+17°C
16 April
☁️
+17°C
17 April
☀️
+18°C
18 April
☀️
+17°C
19 April
☀️
+17°C
20 April
☀️
+17°C
21 April
☀️
+17°C
22 April
☁️
+18°C
23 April
☀️
+18°C
24 April
☀️
+18°C
25 April
☀️
+18°C
26 April
🌧️
+18°C
27 April
☀️
+17°C
28 April
☀️
+17°C
29 April
☀️
+17°C
30 April
☀️
+17°C
In April 2023 Kos had 19 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 4 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 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 53%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

The climate in Kos 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 (+24°C). The driest year was 1992 with only 335 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1062 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kos in April:

Is April a good time to visit Kos?

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

Can you sunbathe in Kos in April?

April has mild temperatures in Kos. 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 Kos in April?

In general, you can swim in Kos 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 Kos rainy in April?

Kos is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Kos in April?

The amount of sunny days in Kos during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Greece

Check out the weather for other cities in Greece.

Monthly weather in Kos

Source of the data

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