Temperatures rise and humidity increases as the wet season approaches; showers become more likely late in the month. It's still generally a convenient time for travel before the summer rainy period.
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Average daily low and high (°C) and monthly rainfall. The badge shows how it feels, allowing for humidity.
Average temperature across Haiti in April.
Nord and Nord-Est
April often feels hotter and more humid than the previous months; temperatures push into the high 20s-low 30s°C on coastal flats while afternoons can be sticky. Early showers begin to appear toward the end of the month as the wet season approaches, so expect sudden, brief downpours that may interrupt a drive between Cap-Haïtien and nearby archaeological sites. Travelers should carry a light rain jacket and be ready for slick roads.
Ouest and Plaine du Cul-de-Sac
April’s daytime heat can feel sticky across the low-lying Plaine du Cul-de-Sac; temperatures often reach the upper 20s-low 30s°C and the sun is strong. Late-month thunderstorms may begin to develop inland, occasionally sending sudden downpours into Port-au-Prince that cause rapid localized flooding on poor-drainage streets. Travelers should keep water-resistant shoes and a compact umbrella handy for unpredictable squalls.
rice plains and floodplain
April brings stronger sun and rising humidity ahead of the rains; daytime heat often feels intense in open plains with little shade. Farmers begin late preparations for the wet season crops and dust settles into the towns until the first rains. Travelers should bring lightweight, breathable clothing and expect to see more agricultural traffic on rural routes.
Tiburon Peninsula and Île-à-Vache
April’s days grow hotter and the late afternoons occasionally flare with short, heavy showers as the wet season approaches. Jacmel’s hillside streets can become dusty before the first big rains and the Cayes area heats up for beachgoers. If you plan on surfing, check local conditions for seasonal swells; evenings remain pleasant on most verandas.
Massif de la Selle, Kenscoff, Pic la Selle
April sees temperatures rise and humidity increases; the first heavier storms can arrive late in the month, turning trails muddy and slick near Pic la Selle and the Massif de la Selle. Plantations awaken and waterfalls begin to run fuller after spring rains, creating excellent birdwatching opportunities but slipperier tracks. Expect variable conditions and bring sturdy boots and warm layers for cool nights.
There are no major festivals or events in Haiti during April to be aware of.
See how April compares with the rest of the year, then read the full guide.