The month in detail
What to expect in April
Autumn in Florianópolis is often underrated: 25°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 30% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
April is the best month of the year in Florianópolis. Compared to March: −3°C daytime, 15 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in April
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is April the right month?
April is actually the best month of the year in Florianópolis. Good timing.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Brazil
🗣️LanguagePortuguese
💶CurrencyBrazilian Real (R$)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 28°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 21°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 53%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Florianópolis ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
BrazilTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.0 → 7.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
27.60°S · 48.55°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Florianópolis?
April is the best month with 25.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 6.0h of sunshine and 30.0% rainy days. The months of April & March offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Florianópolis get in April?
Florianópolis averages 6.0 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Florianópolis?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Florianópolis in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 25.0°C.
Is Florianópolis good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Florianópolis scores 7.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 7.5/10.
When should you avoid Florianópolis?
July is the most difficult month to visit Florianópolis, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Florianópolis in April?
In April, the sea averages 25°C in Florianópolis: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Florianópolis in April?
The average UV index reaches 5 in April in Florianópolis (moderate), with about 11.3h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.