April in Tuscany gives mild afternoons, 68°F (20°C) in Florence, and enough rain to plan around: nine wet days in the month.
The Valdambra events program opens in Bucine on April 25, while the festivals of Lari, Lucignano and Logarghena, and the Cantine Aperte, all fall in May.
At a glance
- Afternoon high in April: 68°F (20°C) in Florence, 65°F (18°C) in Siena
- Night low in April: 47°F (8°C) in Florence, 46°F (8°C) in Siena
- Rainy days in April: 9 in Florence, 8 in Siena
- Daylight on April 15: 13 hours 23 minutes in Florence
- Event: the Valdambra events program, April 25 to November 30, in Bucine
- Stay tax: up to 5 euros per night, set by each municipality
What is the weather like in Tuscany in April?
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rain | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in (61 mm) | 7 |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in (67 mm) | 9 |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in (63 mm) | 8 |
*Long-term monthly averages.*
April is mild. Florence reaches 68°F (20°C) in the afternoon, and nights drop to 47°F (8°C). Siena runs a little cooler at 65°F (18°C) by day and 46°F (8°C) at night. A light jacket covers the walk back to dinner.
Florence sees nine rainy days in April and Siena eight, so roughly one day in four brings rain. Keep the outdoor plans, such as a park walk or a hill village, flexible, and keep museums and palaces ready for the wet days. Daylight on April 15 lasts 13 hours 23 minutes in Florence, which leaves room for a late start after a rainy morning.
March is cooler. Florence reaches 61°F (16°C) in the afternoon and sinks to 41°F (5°C) at night, with seven rainy days. May is warmer, with 76°F (24°C) afternoons in Florence and 53°F (12°C) nights, and about eight rainy days. April sits between the two: you can leave the winter coat at home, but you still want a layer in the evening.
Where to go in Tuscany in April
Florence
Palazzo Pitti houses five museums, which makes it a good plan for a rainy April day. Villa La Petraia has flowering terraces, and the villa has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2013. The Boboli Gardens belong to the same group of 12 Medici villas on the UNESCO list, so a spring walk through them is an easy pairing.
Siena
The Allegory of Good and Bad Government is in the Palazzo Pubblico, and visitors can also see the Hall of Nine there. The Museo Civico offers a free audioguide app in English, so download it before you go.
San Gimignano
The town has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1990. Its Civic Museums are three: the Town Hall, Picture Gallery and Great Tower, the Church of San Lorenzo in Ponte, and the Complesso Museale di Santa Chiara. In a month with nine or so rainy days, the indoor museums give a fallback inside the same town.
Maremma Regional Park
The park is on the coast, and you can explore it on foot, by bike or on horseback. With 13 hours of daylight in mid-April, a long walk fits comfortably into a day. Bring something waterproof for the wetter days.
Val d’Orcia
The Val d’Orcia tourist area covers five municipalities: Castiglione d’Orcia, Montalcino, Pienza, Radicofani and San Quirico d’Orcia. Picking two of them for a day keeps the drive short.
What to do in Tuscany in April
Maremma Park walk to San Rabano
The walking route to San Rabano takes 5 hours and covers 6 miles (9.6 km). April’s afternoon warmth, 68°F (20°C) in Florence, makes a long walk comfortable without the heat of summer.
Check the forecast the day before, since April has about nine rainy days. Start in the morning so the 5 hours end well before dark.
Via degli Dei for Beginners
This itinerary takes two days and covers 17 miles (27 km). It suits a first multi-day walk, and April’s mild afternoons help.
Nights are cool at 47°F (8°C) in Florence, so a warm layer matters if you sleep on the route. Leave a spare day in case of rain.
The Valdambra events program in Bucine
The Valdambra events program runs from April 25 to November 30 in Bucine, so a late-April visit catches its opening. The event runs for months, which gives you room to pick a dry day.
The Valdambra Festival of the Regions, with tastings and folk performances, takes place on May 16 and 17. If you want that one too, plan the trip for May.
Tuscan Naturalistic Itinerary
This network of thematic routes links the regional nature reserves and crosses 3 regional parks and 4 national parks, with over 70 reserves and areas of interest. It is divided into four routes: hills, coasts, Apennines and rivers.
You can follow the routes on foot, by mountain bike or by car. In April, the car is a good choice for the rainy days, and the walking or biking sections suit the dry ones.
Is Tuscany busy in April?
August is the busy stretch on the coasts, while Florence empties. In August most people crowd the coasts and Florence empties, and the Antica Fiera di Signa draws great participation at the end of August. April comes well before that.
Rooms still need booking for a trip tied to a date, such as the April 25 opening of the Valdambra events program in Bucine. Tenuta Ricrio’s farmhouses each have at least 4 rooms and 8 beds, and the Il Moreto farmhouse holds up to 15 beds. Book groups early.
The stay tax can be applied up to 5 euros per night. Tuscany’s regional list of tourist localities and art cities currently contains 272 municipalities, and each sets its own rules.
What to pack for Tuscany in April
April asks for layers: cool nights, mild afternoons and a fair chance of rain.
- A warm layer for evenings, since nights drop to 47°F (8°C) in Florence and 46°F (8°C) in Siena
- A light rain jacket, for the nine rainy days of the month
- Walking shoes with grip for park paths such as the 6-mile (9.6 km) route to San Rabano
- A day pack with space for the jacket, for hikes that start cool and end warm
- A shirt for the afternoon, when Florence reaches 68°F (20°C)
What to know before visiting Tuscany in April
Stay tax rules vary by town. In Lucca it is due for a maximum of three consecutive nights in the same accommodation. In Greve in Chianti it applies up to 7 nights per person per type of accommodation. In Montespertoli it does not apply beyond the 6th consecutive night, and short-term rentals pay 1.50 euro per person per day.
The Valdambra events program in Bucine opens on April 25, so that weekend is the one to book early if you want the opening.
Is April a good time to visit Tuscany?
Yes, for travelers who want museums, walks and food in mild weather. April brings afternoons of 68°F (20°C) in Florence, before the August crowds on the coast.
Shifting four weeks changes the weather. March is cooler, with 41°F (5°C) nights in Florence. May is warmer and has more events: the Daffodil Festival in early May, the Maggiolata in Lucignano, the Cherry Festival in Lari from late May and the Cantine Aperte on the last weekend of May.
For hikers, April’s mild afternoons suit the Maremma Park and the Via degli Dei, as long as you keep a rainy day free. For museum lovers, Florence and Siena have indoor options for the nine or so wet days. For wine and food events, May has more going on.
Late April is the half to pick if you want an event, since the Valdambra events program opens on April 25. Earlier in the month, the town and park plans work without a fixed date.
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