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Recife in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Recife in April 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
If you plan to visit Recife in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +29°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 26 rainy days in the month and around 134 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+29°C
Avg. max. temperature
+21°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
134 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
26 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Recife has OK weather in April.

Average temperature in Recife in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Recife 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 +30°C and a minimum of +24°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +27°C.

Is Recife warm or cold in April?

Recife is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +29°C to +29°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°C.

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

April is one of the warmest months in Recife, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Recife in April

Water in Recife in April is Very warm. It varies from +28°C to +30°C, with an average of +29°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +29°C.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Recife are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +26°C.

Can you swim in Recife in April?

You can definitely swim in Recife in April, the water is very warm (+29°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
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
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Recife in April

Recife weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+29°C+29°C+28°C
Min. temperature
+21°C+21°C+21°C
Max. temperature
+35°C+33°C+33°C
Rainfall
110 mm134 mm159 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+29°C+29°C+28°C
Humidity
76%79%81%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1011 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
101
Cloudy days
332
Rainy days
262628
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as ok as in March. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +29°C for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 110 mm to 134 mm. Humidity rises from 76% to 79%. Winds are calmer in comparison to March, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in March to 0 in April.

May brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Recife is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Recife based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 83% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 79 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 25 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:
Recife wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 93% chance of precipitation and 177 mm of rainfall per day. November, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 77% chance of precipitation and 42 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Recife?

This is the weather in Recife in April 2023:
1 April
☀️
+28°C
2 April
☁️
+29°C
3 April
☁️
+29°C
4 April
🌧️
+28°C
5 April
🌧️
+29°C
6 April
☁️
+29°C
7 April
☁️
+30°C
8 April
🌧️
+28°C
9 April
🌧️
+29°C
10 April
🌧️
+29°C
11 April
☁️
+29°C
12 April
☁️
+29°C
13 April
🌧️
+28°C
14 April
☁️
+28°C
15 April
☁️
+29°C
16 April
🌧️
+28°C
17 April
🌧️
+29°C
18 April
☁️
+29°C
19 April
☁️
+30°C
20 April
☁️
+30°C
21 April
☁️
+29°C
22 April
🌧️
+29°C
23 April
🌧️
+29°C
24 April
🌧️
+27°C
25 April
☁️
+28°C
26 April
🌧️
+28°C
27 April
🌧️
+29°C
28 April
🌧️
+30°C
29 April
☁️
+29°C
30 April
🌧️
+27°C
In April 2023 Recife had 1 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 15 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +29°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +27°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 60%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+27°C) and the highest in 2020 (+30°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 701 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 1935 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Recife in April:

Is April a good time to visit Recife?

It’s always a good time to visit Recife, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Recife in April?

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

Can you swim in Recife in April?

Yes, you can swim in Recife in April, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +29°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Recife rainy in April?

Recife 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 Recife in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Recife 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 Recife

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Recife, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.