April in Costa del Sol – Events, Weather and Travel Tips

Costa del Sol is an extremely popular tourist destination for the Europeans at any time of the year. It is true that this part of Andalusia also has its own peak and off-peak season just like other destinations in Spain. But in general, the mild temperature makes it an ideal place to visit all year round. If you’re looking to avoid the crowds, April in Costa del Sol is one of the best times to visit. There are lively beach resorts, vibrant beach bars and excellent restaurants open to visitors in spring. Besides, April promises pleasant temperatures and warm sunshine – perfect for lounging on the beach.

April Events in Costa del Sol

• Market of the Documentary European and Latin American or MERCADO: Celebrated in mid-April, MERCADO is a well known multimedia television affair taking place in Malaga and is participated by more or less 50 nations.
• Palladium Season: This event starts in April and normally ends in October. Its doors are open at one of the popular dance places in Costa del Sol- in Torremolinos.
• Motor Racing Events: Circuito Permanente de Velocidad of Jerez plays host to numerous car and motorbike races all throughout the year, which includes one of the best Grand Prix races in the world of motorcycling championships. About 150,000 Spanish viewers and visitors are fascinated to witness such a breathtaking event that was founded in Jerez in the year 1987. Racing fanatics must verify the schedules to be kept updated when these attractions of Costa del Sol are taking place.

April Weather in Costa del Sol

Rain could spoil the holiday mood at Costa del Sol but normally weather conditions are very much encouraging. Under the sun, it almost feels like summer although temperatures under the shade are still pretty low. April nights and evenings can get quite cold, you’ll need a light jacket for chilly nights.
Avg. high 68°F/20°C
Avg. low 51°F/11°C
Avg. precipitation 1.86 inches/4.7 cm
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Getting Here

With the introduction of numerous budget airlines to Malaga, finding cheap flights to Costa del Sol is rather easy especially during the low season. April tends to be rather quiet still, so be sure to grab your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment. To obtain the cheapest flight, you need to be flexible with your flight dates because midweek flights often tend to be cheaper than all of the other days of the week. If you are adequately flexible to indirect flight or depart at an unsociable hour, there is a great chance for your airfare to be cheap.
If you love freedom and want to save some amount during your trip, think about creating your ownSpain vacation packageby booking your Costa del Sol accomodation, flights to Spain and car rental separately.

Where to Stay

There are many accommodation options to pick from in Costa del Sol. You will be indulged by the variety of choices. There is a broad array of hotels, from 2 to 5-star. Most hotels include swimming pools that are truly notable with couples, families and groups of friends. In addition, you can also stay in vacation rentals that have facilities like kitchens and everything that you might need.