Provence · SpringMonth summary
Provence weather in April
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
46°F – 68°F
🌧 Rainy days
26% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (9.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Provence in April?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Provence in April: 68°F and 11.8h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Provence in April by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in April
Spring marks the start of the good season in Provence. Temperatures rise (20°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 26% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.0/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 36°F | 52°F | 22% | 0.1in | 7.7h | 5.6/10 |
| ⛅ February | 39°F | 57°F | 20% | 0.1in | 8.9h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 41°F | 61°F | 26% | 0.1in | 10.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 46°F | 68°F | 26% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 54°F | 73°F | 30% | 0.1in | 12.9h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ June | 63°F | 84°F | 21% | 0.1in | 13.9h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ July | 68°F | 91°F | 7% | 0.0in | 13.7h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ August | 66°F | 90°F | 11% | 0.0in | 12.7h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ September | 59°F | 79°F | 19% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 54°F | 70°F | 25% | 0.1in | 9.2h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ November | 43°F | 57°F | 30% | 0.1in | 8.1h | 5.8/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 37°F | 52°F | 25% | 0.1in | 7.5h | 5.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In April, Provence averages 68°F, 26% rainy days and 11.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.6/10.
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Comparison
April vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +9°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -5%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Provence in April
Is April a good time to visit Provence?
April is an excellent time to visit Provence (score 7.6/10). With 68°F, 11.8h of sunshine and 26% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Provence in April?
With 68°F max and 11.8h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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