Verdict: Excellent month
Matera Weather in April
April hits the sweet spot in Matera — highs around 18°C (64°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 9 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, April is one of the best months of the year to be in Matera.
Average high
18°C / 64°F
Average low
7°C / 45°F
Rain days
~9
Precipitation
50 mm
What to pack for Matera 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 Matera: Jul (34°C / 93°F) · Coolest: Jan (11°C / 52°F) · Wettest: May (~10 rain days)
11°
3°
Jan
13°
4°
Feb
14°
4°
Mar
18°
7°
Apr
24°
12°
May
30°
18°
Jun
34°
21°
Jul
33°
20°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
22°
12°
Oct
17°
8°
Nov
13°
5°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)