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    Fort Myers area coastal scenery typical of April

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    Fort Myers in April: Weather, Crowds & What to Expect

    Overall rating for visiting: 10/10

    Photo by Kevin Delvecchio via Unsplash

    Last updated Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell

    Average high

    85°F

    Average low

    63°F

    Gulf water

    75°F

    Rainfall

    2"

    Crowds

    Moderate

    Hotel prices

    $$

    What April is best for

    • Best value-to-weather ratio
    • Swimming
    • Fishing
    • Uncrowded beaches late in month

    What to watch out for in April

    • Easter week spikes prices and crowds
    • Occasional early-season red tide blooms
    • Afternoon UV index is extreme by late April

    Events in Fort Myers in April

    Snowbird departure

    Mid-April

    Traffic and restaurant waits drop noticeably after tax day.

    Our verdict

    The locals' favorite month. Late April specifically — post-Easter, pre-humidity — is the sweet spot of the entire calendar.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is April a good time to visit Fort Myers?

    April is the best value month in Fort Myers: 85°F highs, 75°F Gulf water, only 2 inches of rain, and hotel rates that drop sharply after Easter as snowbirds head north.

    How hot is Fort Myers in April?

    Fort Myers averages a high of 85°F and a low of 63°F in April, with moderate humidity.

    How warm is the Gulf water in April?

    Nearshore Gulf water averages about 75°F off Fort Myers in April.

    Does it rain a lot in Fort Myers in April?

    April averages 2 inches of rain across roughly 4 rainy days.

    How crowded is Fort Myers in April?

    Crowds in April are moderate and hotel pricing sits at $$ relative to the rest of the year.

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