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Fortaleza in April

Short answer

In April, Fortaleza averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 24 °C (75 °F), with about 385 mm of rain spread over roughly 21 days. April is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in FortalezaMorro Branco, Fontes & Canoa Quebrada Beaches Tour★ 8.7 · 94 reviews · from US$ 20 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
31 / 24 °C
high / low
Rain
385 mm
21 days
Daylight
12h02
sunset at 17:34
Crowds
Moderate
2 public holidays

What to expect in Fortaleza in April

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

April brings fall to Fortaleza. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 31 °C (88 °F): the heat calls for early starts, sunscreen, and spending the middle of the day in the shade or in the water. Crowds sit somewhere in the middle, with peaks on public holidays. Outside those dates, you can enjoy the place at an easy pace and spend less. It rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: moderate

Moderate crowds, with peaks on public holidays. Outside those dates, you can enjoy the place at a calmer pace.

Prices
Rates: moderate · ~R$ 369

Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up. The average nightly rate for lodging in Fortaleza is around R$ 369 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Fortaleza in April

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Morro Branco, Fontes & Canoa Quebrada Beaches Tour
8.7· 94 reviews

Morro Branco, Fontes & Canoa Quebrada Beaches Tour

Discover Ceará's most beautiful beaches all in the same day. Enjoy the spectacular shores of Morro Branco, Praia das Fontes & Canoa Quebrada.

9 h
from US$ 20
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Cumbuco Beach Day Trip
8.9· 58 reviews

Cumbuco Beach Day Trip

Fall in love with Cumbuco on this full-day trip from Fortaleza. In this paradise, you can relax next to the intense blue sea or adventure deep into the dunes.

9 h
from US$ 11
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Fortaleza Guided Tour
9.7· 47 reviews

Fortaleza Guided Tour

Want to learn more about the history and culture of Ceará? Don't miss this guided tour of Fortaleza. 18th-century monuments & a centenary baobab tree await!

3 h 30 min
from US$ 15
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Aguas Belas Beach Day Trip
8.4· 24 reviews

Aguas Belas Beach Day Trip

Enjoy the beaches of Aguas Belas, to the east of Fortaleza. Its white sand and warm, crystal-clear waters will make this beach trip an unforgettable experience.

11 h
from US$ 15
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Lagoinha Beach Day Trip
9.3· 15 reviews

Lagoinha Beach Day Trip

White sands, coconut palms, and crystalline waters all await you in Lagoinha. Discover this beautiful paradise with our trip to Fortaleza.

11 h
from US$ 17
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Beach Park Day Trip + Tickets
9.2· 15 reviews

Beach Park Day Trip + Tickets

Enjoy a full day at Beach Park, a popular coastal resort with a waterpark, restaurants, shops, and idyllic beaches. Admission tickets included!

8 h
from US$ 89
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Where to stay

Hotels in Fortaleza

In April, demand in Fortaleza is moderate: most hotels have room, but public holidays fill them up. Compare rates and book a few weeks ahead.

Hotel Gran Marquise in Fortaleza 9 ★★★★★ · 83 reviews Hotel Gran Marquise See on Booking → Hotel Sonata de Iracema in Fortaleza 9.1 ★★★★ · 41 reviews Hotel Sonata de Iracema See on Booking → Holiday Inn Fortaleza By IHG in Fortaleza 8.7 ★★★★ · 35 reviews Holiday Inn Fortaleza By IHG See on Booking → Afago Mareiro Hotel in Fortaleza 8.6 ★★★★ · 24 reviews Afago Mareiro Hotel See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in April

No major fixed festivals in April, but public holidays (Good Friday, Tiradentes Day) bring more people to the destination.

Public holidays in April: Good Friday (03/04) · Tiradentes Day (21/04). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.

What to pack in April

Light clothing and a cap · highs of 31 °C (88 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 21 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Quick-dry clothing · humidity of 85% Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Fortaleza in April

What is the weather like in Fortaleza in April?
In April, Fortaleza averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 24 °C (75 °F), with about 385 mm of rain spread over roughly 21 days. April is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.
Does it rain a lot in Fortaleza in April?
In April, Fortaleza gets about 385 mm of rain spread over around 21 rainy days, wetter than the average for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is April high season in Fortaleza?
Crowds in April tend to be moderate. Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up.
What is happening in Fortaleza in April?
No major fixed festivals in April, but public holidays (Good Friday, Tiradentes Day) bring more people to the destination.
Does it usually rain all day in Fortaleza in April?
INMET's climate normals record the number of rainy days and the total millimeters, not the hours of each day, so they do not say how long the rain lasts. What they show for Fortaleza in April: 21 rainy days in a month of 30 days (about 70% of the days) and 385 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 18 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, April is wetter than the destination's average. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Fortaleza in April, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Fortaleza in April is 31 °C and the average low is 24 °C, with air humidity of around 85%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in April is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light clothing and a cap; rain jacket or umbrella; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Fortaleza worth visiting in April?
Less favorable time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, April scores 33 out of 100 and ranks No. 12 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is September (77) and the least comfortable is April (33). As for crowds, in April they tend to be moderate.
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