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Rijeka in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Rijeka in April 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Weather for Rijeka in April is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +17°C during the day, and approximately 8 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 16 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in April around 146 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
146 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rijeka has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Rijeka in April

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

The expected average maximum temperature in April is +15°C with a maximum of +21°C and a minimum of +2°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 26% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +16°C to +21°C.

Is Rijeka warm or cold in April?

Rijeka is typically mild in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +13°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +6°C to +10°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 Rijeka:

Water temperature in Rijeka in April

Water in Rijeka in April is Cold. It varies from +11°C to +15°C, with an average of +13°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +17°C.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Rijeka are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +11°C.

Can you swim in Rijeka in April?

We would not recommend swimming in Rijeka in April, the water is very cold (+13°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
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
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Rijeka in April

Rijeka weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+13°C+17°C+22°C
Min. temperature
-10°C-1°C+6°C
Max. temperature
+25°C+28°C+34°C
Rainfall
151 mm146 mm145 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+11°C+13°C+17°C
Humidity
65%65%66%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
1088
Cloudy days
655
Rainy days
141615
Snowy days
000

April often has better weather than March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +13°C to +17°C during the day. As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 151 mm to 146 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 65%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 10 sunny days in March to 8 in April.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Rijeka is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Rijeka based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 158 mm, with a 47% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 61 mm, which is considered heavy rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 14 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:
Rijeka wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 47% chance of precipitation and 280 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Rijeka?

This is the weather in Rijeka in April 2023:
1 April
☀️
+16°C
2 April
☀️
+18°C
3 April
☀️
+11°C
4 April
☀️
+9°C
5 April
☀️
+10°C
6 April
☀️
+14°C
7 April
☀️
+14°C
8 April
☀️
+14°C
9 April
☀️
+12°C
10 April
☀️
+16°C
11 April
☀️
+15°C
12 April
☀️
+16°C
13 April
🌧️
+13°C
14 April
🌧️
+12°C
15 April
🌧️
+13°C
16 April
🌧️
+12°C
17 April
☁️
+16°C
18 April
🌧️
+16°C
19 April
☁️
+18°C
20 April
☀️
+17°C
21 April
☀️
+19°C
22 April
☀️
+20°C
23 April
☀️
+19°C
24 April
🌧️
+14°C
25 April
☀️
+14°C
26 April
☀️
+17°C
27 April
☀️
+19°C
28 April
☀️
+17°C
29 April
☀️
+20°C
30 April
☀️
+21°C
In April 2023 Rijeka had 22 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +15°C, with an absolute maximum of +21°C and a minimum of +9°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 3 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 Rijeka climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+16°C) and the highest in 2011 (+20°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 1149 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 4603 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rijeka in April:

Is April a good time to visit Rijeka?

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

Can you sunbathe in Rijeka in April?

April has mild temperatures in Rijeka. 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 Rijeka in April?

Swimming in Rijeka in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Rijeka rainy in April?

Rijeka 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 Rijeka in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Rijeka 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 Rijeka

Source of the data

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