Verdict: Excellent month
Bologna Weather in April
April hits the sweet spot in Bologna — highs around 18°C (64°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 8 wet days in a typical year. Overall, April is one of the best months of the year to be in Bologna.
Average high
18°C / 64°F
Average low
8°C / 46°F
Rain days
~8
Precipitation
57 mm
What to pack for Bologna in April
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Evenings turn genuinely cool — pack a warm layer for after dark
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
April against the rest of the year
Warmest in Bologna: Jul (32°C / 90°F) · Coolest: Jan (8°C / 46°F) · Wettest: May (~12 rain days)
8°
1°
Jan
12°
4°
Feb
15°
5°
Mar
18°
8°
Apr
22°
13°
May
28°
18°
Jun
32°
21°
Jul
31°
20°
Aug
26°
16°
Sep
21°
12°
Oct
13°
6°
Nov
9°
2°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)