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    Typical April conditions on the Fort Myers coast

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    Fort Myers Weather in April

    85°F / 63°F · 2" rain · 75°F Gulf

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    Last updated Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell

    April climate at a glance

    Average high

    85°F

    Average low

    63°F

    Gulf water

    75°F

    Rainfall

    2"

    Rainy days

    4

    Sunny days

    23

    UV index

    10

    Dew point

    60°F

    Tropical risk

    None

    Sunrise

    7:07 AM

    Sunset

    7:47 PM

    Daylight

    12.9 hrs

    Temperature and rainfall figures are 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Fort Myers / Page Field station. Gulf water temperatures are nearshore averages; sunrise, sunset and daylight are mid-month values for 26.64°N, 81.87°W.

    How the rain actually falls in April

    The driest month by rainy-day count — four wet days on average, most of them brief.

    What to wear in Fort Myers in April

    Beachwear and sun protection — the UV index hits 10 and burns happen in under 20 minutes at midday.

    Can you swim in April?

    Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 75°F in April — yes, for most for most visitors. Shallow nearshore flats run several degrees warmer than the offshore reading by mid-afternoon.

    Hurricane and storm risk in April

    Named-storm risk in April is none. The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, with the climatological peak around September 10. Outside those months, tropical impact on Fort Myers is effectively nil.

    April weather records

    Fort Myers April temperature and precipitation summary
    MeasureValue
    Average high85°F
    Average low63°F
    Record high (Page Field)98°F
    Record low (Page Field)40°F
    Average rainfall2 in
    Rainy days4
    Mostly sunny days23
    Average afternoon dew point60°F
    Peak UV index10
    Gulf water temperature75°F
    HumidityModerate
    Named-storm riskNone

    Planning a trip in April?

    Our April trip guide covers crowds, hotel pricing, events and whether the month is worth booking — not just the weather.

    Read the full Fort Myers in April guide

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the weather like in Fort Myers in April?

    Fort Myers weather in April averages 85°F highs and 63°F lows with only 2 inches of rain across 4 rainy days, and Gulf water warming to 75°F.

    How hot does it get in Fort Myers in April?

    Fort Myers averages a high of 85°F in April, with an average low of 63°F. The record high for the month at Page Field is 98°F and the record low is 40°F.

    Does it rain a lot in Fort Myers in April?

    April averages 2 inches of rain across about 4 days. The driest month by rainy-day count — four wet days on average, most of them brief.

    How warm is the Gulf water in Fort Myers in April?

    Nearshore Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 75°F in April — yes, for most for swimming.

    What should I wear in Fort Myers in April?

    Beachwear and sun protection — the UV index hits 10 and burns happen in under 20 minutes at midday.

    What time does the sun set in Fort Myers in April?

    Mid-April sunset in Fort Myers is around 7:47 PM, with sunrise at 7:07 AM and roughly 12.9 hours of daylight.

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