France weather in April

In April, popular resorts in France (Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Ajaccio, Bastia) average 17°C by day and 10°C at night, and the sea is about 14°C. On average 56 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 3°C warmer than in March, and in May days average 21°C.

It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach. The sea is cold.

Warmest resorts in France in April

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Cannes17°C10°C14°C56 mm
Antibes17°C10°C14°C56 mm
Ajaccio17°C11°C15°C63 mm
Bastia17°C10°C15°C49 mm
Nice15°C13°C14°C55 mm

France weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in France in April?

In April, popular resorts in France (Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Ajaccio, Bastia) average 17°C by day and 10°C at night, and the sea is about 14°C. On average 56 mm of rain falls during the month. It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach.

What is the sea temperature in France in April?

About 14°C on average. The warmest water is in Bastia (15°C).

Where is it warmest in France in April?

The warmest place is Cannes (17°C by day), followed by Antibes (17°C) and Ajaccio (17°C).

Does it rain in France in April?

On average 56 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.