What to expect in Florence in April
April is a strong choice for Florence: 19° / 8°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Florence weather in April
Typical conditions in Florence during April, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 19°C 66°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 8°C 46°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 70/100 |
| Total rainfall | 86 mm3.4 in |
| Rainy days | 10 |
| Daylight | 13 h 26 min |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 19°C with lows near 8°C. Expect a fair amount of rain, so plan indoor backups.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Florence — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 19°C by day and about 8°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
Costs in April sit around the yearly average for Florence — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 26% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Scoppio del Carro, Maggio Musicale Fiorentino while you’re there.
- Scoppio del Carro — A cart of fireworks explodes in front of the Duomo on Easter Sunday in a centuries-old ritual for good harvests.
- Maggio Musicale Fiorentino — Italy's oldest music festival stages opera, ballet, and orchestral concerts at the Teatro del Maggio.
Florence in April compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February | 12° / 3° | Low | $ | 56 |
| March | 16° / 6° | Moderate | $$ | 56 |
| April · This month | 19° / 8° | Moderate | $$ | 50 |
| May | 24° / 12° | High | $$ | 53 |
| June | 28° / 16° | High | $$$ | 45 |
These months score higher for Florence on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in April
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in April.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
