Pisa Weather in April

Mild days for wandering

April feels like spring in Pisa, with afternoons reaching 18°C and nights dropping to 9°C. You'll get a mix of sun and cloud, plus some rain, so a shower can interrupt an outdoor stop. Still, the weather is usually comfortable for walking between the Leaning Tower, the cathedral and the Arno riverfront.

The Botanical Garden and the lanes around Borgo Stretto are good choices when the skies are clear. If rain sets in, duck into the cathedral or the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo. Don't count on a full beach day; Pisa's coast is still cool in April.

Easter and April 25

Easter can fall in April, bringing more visitors to the Piazza dei Miracoli and busier trains around the holiday. April 25 is Italy's Liberation Day, a national public holiday. Some shops and services may close, while local commemorations take place.

If you hate crowds, visit the Tower area early in the day, then spend the afternoon across the river in San Martino. April is generally calmer and less costly than the busy summer months, though Easter dates can push up demand.

A good shoulder-season choice

April is one of Pisa's best months to visit, alongside May and June. It's less hot than May, when highs reach 23°C, and rain is lighter than in March. You'll have long daylight hours for sightseeing, but expect occasional wet spells.

Travelling with kids? The open space around the Tower gives them room to move between sights. A useful local tip: take Via Santa Maria towards Piazza dei Miracoli, then use the quieter lanes nearby for a break from the busiest part of the square. The Tower climb has timed entry, so choose a slot that fits your day.