Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Chianti in April
Chianti warms up: highs climb to 65°F (18°C), from 57°F in March, with lows of 44°F (7°C) and about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain.
April opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 88/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (54 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs near 65°F (18°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 44°F (7°C).
About 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's April.
Plan around April
April is one of Chianti's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April – June and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 73/100 in March to 88/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct window our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 44°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Chianti in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Badia a Passignano
11th-century abbey surrounded by Antinori vineyards.
Castello di Brolio
Ricasoli castle where the Chianti formula was devised; gardens and cellars.
Why now April scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Castello di Volpaia
Medieval village winery near Radda with cellars in old churches.
Antica Macelleria Cecchini
Dario Cecchini's butcher shop and restaurants serving bistecca and Chianti meats.
Antica Macelleria Falorni
Butcher shop on Greve's square since 1806, with cured meats and tastings.
Why now Highs near 65°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in April
- Florence in April~13 mi · highs 65°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Siena in April~18 mi · highs 64°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Val d'Orcia in April~39 mi · highs 62°F, 2.3 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Piran in April~174 mi · highs 63°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Chianti in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Chianti?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct window our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends.
How hot is Chianti in April?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Chianti in April?
Not much: about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.6 in (727 mm).
What should I pack for Chianti in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 44°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Chianti
Routes in season in April
- Tuscany Hill Towns Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
Planning Chianti in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.