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Recife in April

Short answer

In April, Recife averages highs of 30 °C (86 °F) and lows of 23 °C (73 °F), with about 269 mm of rain spread over roughly 17 days. April is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in RecifeRecife & Olinda Tour★ 8.7 · 118 reviews · from US$ 22 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
30 / 23 °C
high / low
Rain
269 mm
17 days
Daylight
11h55
sunset at 17:16
Crowds
Moderate
2 public holidays

What to expect in Recife in April

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

April brings fall to Recife. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 30 °C (86 °F): the heat calls for early starts, sunscreen, and spending the middle of the day in the shade or in the water. Crowds sit somewhere in the middle, with peaks on public holidays. Outside those dates, you can enjoy the place at an easy pace and spend less. It rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: moderate

Moderate crowds, with peaks on public holidays. Outside those dates, you can enjoy the place at a calmer pace.

Prices
Rates: moderate · ~R$ 254

Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up. The average nightly rate for lodging in Recife is around R$ 254 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Recife in April

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Recife & Olinda Tour
8.7· 118 reviews

Recife & Olinda Tour

Discover the rich heritage of Recife and Olinda on this walking tour in which you'll learn the origin and evolution of these two cities.

7 h
from US$ 22
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Porto de Galinhas Day Trip
8.5· 101 reviews

Porto de Galinhas Day Trip

Spend a day relaxing in a tropical paradise on this Porto de Galinhas Day Trip! We'll leave Recife behind and visit Brazil's favourite beach destination.

8 h
from US$ 25
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Maragogi Day Trip
8.6· 59 reviews

Maragogi Day Trip

Coral reefs, crystal-clear beaches... On this day trip to Maragogi from Recife, you'll enjoy one of the most idyllic spots on Brazil's coast.

8 h
from US$ 32
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Carneiros Day Trip
8.8· 52 reviews

Carneiros Day Trip

Step away from the usual beaches and discover Carneiros Beach on this day trip from Recife, a natural setting ideal for relaxation.

8 h
from US$ 29
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Cabo Santo Agostinho Day Trip
8.1· 15 reviews

Cabo Santo Agostinho Day Trip

On this buggy tour, you’ll explore Cabo Santo Agostinho, a natural paradise known for its crystal-clear waters, on a route combining scenery and adventure.

8 h
from US$ 25
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Igarassu & Itamaracá Day Trip
9.7· 8 reviews

Igarassu & Itamaracá Day Trip

Discover paradisiacal beaches on this incredible Igarassu and Itamaracá Trip. We'll spend the day exploring these beautiful spots on the Brazilian coastline!

8 h
from US$ 25
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Where to stay

Hotels in Recife

In April, demand in Recife is moderate: most hotels have room, but public holidays fill them up. Compare rates and book a few weeks ahead.

Hotel Atlante Plaza in Recife 9 ★★★★★ · 145 reviews Hotel Atlante Plaza See on Booking → Mar Hotel Conventions in Recife 9 ★★★★ · 70 reviews Mar Hotel Conventions See on Booking → Beach Class Convention By Mai in Recife 8.6 ★★★★ · 76 reviews Beach Class Convention By Mai See on Booking → Encantos do Mar Hostel in Recife 9.7 ★ · 6 reviews Encantos do Mar Hostel See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in April

No major fixed festivals in April, but public holidays (Good Friday, Tiradentes Day) bring more people to the destination.

Public holidays in April: Good Friday (03/04) · Tiradentes Day (21/04). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.

What to pack in April

Light clothing and a cap · highs of 30 °C (86 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 17 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Quick-dry clothing · humidity of 80% Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Recife in April

What is the weather like in Recife in April?
In April, Recife averages highs of 30 °C (86 °F) and lows of 23 °C (73 °F), with about 269 mm of rain spread over roughly 17 days. April is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.
Does it rain a lot in Recife in April?
In April, Recife gets about 269 mm of rain spread over around 17 rainy days, in line with the average rainfall for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is April high season in Recife?
Crowds in April tend to be moderate. Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up.
What is happening in Recife in April?
No major fixed festivals in April, but public holidays (Good Friday, Tiradentes Day) bring more people to the destination.
Does it usually rain all day in Recife in April?
INMET's climate normals record the number of rainy days and the total millimeters, not the hours of each day, so they do not say how long the rain lasts. What they show for Recife in April: 17 rainy days in a month of 30 days (about 57% of the days) and 269 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 16 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, April falls within the destination's average rainfall. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Recife in April, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Recife in April is 30 °C and the average low is 23 °C, with air humidity of around 80%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in April is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light clothing and a cap; rain jacket or umbrella; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Recife worth visiting in April?
Fair time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, April scores 38 out of 100 and ranks No. 10 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is November (66) and the least comfortable is May (36). As for crowds, in April they tend to be moderate.
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