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Mountain trail and valleys seen from Pico do Arieiro, MadeiraGolden cliffs and sea stacks at Ponta da Piedade near Lagos, Algarve

Madeira vs Algarve in April

Madeira and Algarve are close in April. Madeira averages 15–21°C with moderate crowds; Algarve 12–21°C with moderate crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Madeira and Algarve

The verdict for April

  • WeatherVery similar7/10 vs 7/10
  • CrowdsVery similarModerate vs Moderate
  • PricesVery similar€€ vs €€
  • OverallVery similar6.5/10 vs 6.5/10
Mountain trail and valleys seen from Pico do Arieiro, Madeira

Madeira in April

Easter and blooms

Temperature
15–21°C
Crowds
Moderate
Prices
€€

+Spring flowers.

–Easter can be busy.

April is mild and in bloom, with the Flower Festival sometimes starting late in the month.

Golden cliffs and sea stacks at Ponta da Piedade near Lagos, Algarve

Algarve in April

Spring and Easter

Temperature
12–21°C
Crowds
Moderate
Prices
€€

+Warm, sunny days.

–Easter crowds.

April is warm and bright, with Easter bringing the first busy week.

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.