Weather Comparison
Madrid vs Porto
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
April Weather: Madrid vs Porto
| Metric | Madrid | Porto | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 18°C (64°F)▲ | 17°C (63°F) | Madrid |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 6°C (43°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Porto |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 8 days▲ | 12 days | Madrid |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 46 mm▲ | 123 mm | Madrid |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 11h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 16 km/h▲ | 19 km/h | Madrid |
Which City is Better in April?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Madrid edges ahead as the better destination in April. Madrid offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Porto sees 11 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Madrid sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Porto is also comfortable at 17°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Madrid is the stronger choice in April.
Temperature Comparison in April
Madrid reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Porto averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.
Rainfall Comparison in April
Madrid receives approximately 46 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Porto sees 123 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Madrid the drier option by 4 rain days and 77 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Madrid vs Porto
Packing for Madrid in April
Highs of 18°C, lows of 6°C, 8 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Porto in April
Highs of 17°C, lows of 10°C, 12 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during April.
Year-Round Comparison: Madrid vs Porto
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Madrid | Porto | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 9°C | 7d | 13°C | 12d |
| Feb | 12°C | 6d | 14°C | 10d |
| Mar | 15°C | 7d | 16°C | 10d |
| Apr | 18°C | 8d | 17°C | 12d |
| May | 22°C | 7d | 20°C | 11d |
| Jun | 28°C | 3d | 23°C | 6d |
| Jul | 32°C | 1d | 25°C | 4d |
| Aug | 32°C | 2d | 26°C | 4d |
| Sep | 26°C | 4d | 24°C | 6d |
| Oct | 20°C | 7d | 20°C | 13d |
| Nov | 13°C | 7d | 16°C | 13d |
| Dec | 10°C | 7d | 14°C | 13d |
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