Algarve in April

April through June offers the sweet spot — warm weather, fewer crowds, and reasonable prices. Temperatures hit 22-25°C, perfect for beach days without the summer heat. Hotel rates drop 40% compared to peak season. July and August bring peak crowds and 30°C+ temperatures. Beaches fill up by 10am, and you'll pay premium prices for everything. But the nightlife peaks, and every restaurant and attraction operates full hours. September and October deliver excellent weather with summer crowds gone. Water temperatures stay warm from months of sunshine, and restaurants offer harvest season specialties. Perfect for couples seeking romance without the chaos. Winter (November-March) sees temperatures around 15-18°C — too cool for swimming but ideal for hiking and exploring towns. Many beach bars close, but you'll have dramatic coastlines mostly to yourself. Hotel rates drop to €30-50 per night. Surf season runs October through April when Atlantic swells reach the western beaches. Sagres and Ericeira become magnets for wave-riders during these months.