Where to visit in April?
April is a fantastic month to Chase the Sun to some hot and sunny destinations. Cancun in Mexico tops the chart with an average temperature of 36.7 °C, with second place Orlando nearly 9°C cooler.
Where is the hottest place in Europe in April?
Europe is starting to warm up this month, and 7 of our top 10 hotspots are in Europe or North Africa. Egypt and Morocco are the hottest short-haul locations to visit this month, with Spain, Greece and Portugal not far behind.
Where is sunny in April? Popular destinations:
On average, some of the hottest destinations to visit in April are:
Source: MetOffice
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Destination |
Average temperature | Hours of sunshine | Average flight time from the UK |
| Cancun | 36.7 °C | 5 hours | 10 hours 40 minutes |
| Orlando | 28.3 °C | 9 hours | 9 hours 50 minutes |
| Cairo | 28.1 °C | 10 hours | 4 hours 50 minutes |
| Marrakesh | 25.4 °C | 8 hours | 3 hours 55 minutes |
| Las Vegas | 25.2 °C | 11 hours | 10 hours 20 minutes |
| Lanzarote | 23.7 °C | 9 hours | 4 hours 10 minutes |
| Costa del Sol | 21.8 °C | 8 hours | 2 hours 50 minutes |
| Bodrum | 21.4 °C | 8 hours | 6 hours 30 minutes |
| Kos | 21.4 °C | 9 hours | 8 hours 10 minutes |
| Albufeira | 20.7 °C | 8 hours | 2 hours 55 minutes |
Orlando in April
The home of multiple theme parks, including Walt Disney Resort, Orlando offers around 9 hours of sunshine daily and temperatures approaching 30 °C. April is also one of the driest months for this US destination, making it a great time to head out and enjoy the rides and attractions.
Marrakesh in April
This inland city near the Atlas mountains of Morocco has a desert landscape and a warm, Mediterranean climate. Visitor numbers are on the rise in April, as well as the temperatures. While the days are a balmy 25 °C, the nights are somewhat cooler, and the spring months can bring in sandstorms from the Saraha.
Costa del Sol in April
April brings 8 hours of sunshine to the famous Costa del Sol in Spain, increasing the average temperature to a pleasant 21 °C. A light breeze is typical in the area, helping to make it an even more comfortable time to visit this vibrant region.
Bodrum in April
With incredible beaches and a comfortable climate, this Turkish hotspot is popular with tourists in April. On land, you can expect low rainfall and a comfortable average temperature of 21 °C. A sea temperature of 17 °C makes a dip in the azure water an enticing experience.
Kos in April
This stunning Greek island in the Aegean sea welcomes the start of the warmer summer season in April. An average of around 21 °C means this month is a fantastic time to visit Kos, especially if the scorching summer highs are too warm for you.
No matter where you head this April, remember to arrange Comprehensive Travel Insurance as soon as your trip is booked.
