Hainan in April 2026 – is it worth going on vacation? Weather and reviews, water and air temperature, is it possible to swim, prices for tours, air tickets and hotels. What to do and what to see in Hainan in April, what fruits to try – says Eurotraveler.
The best time to go to the sea is in the summer! Many Russians are still convinced of this, even though they don’t even think that a beach holiday can be truly memorable at other times of the year.
For example – in the spring!
At a time when most, if they even think about traveling somewhere, do so only in the “foreseeable future.” Almost certainly she hasn’t yet checked the condition of the suitcases in the closet and hasn’t inspected her summer clothes.
Well, while the majority are slowly recovering from an exhausting winter and dreaming of a bright summer, the minority are enjoying the most time to skim the cream. And go to tropical lands!
For example, go to Hainan Island in China in April! There, where it continues with might and main high swimming seasonthe sun often shines, it rarely rains…
Where people are relaxed and peaceful. And life flows pleasantly and slowly, as if it does not even suspect that any cataclysms may occur in the world.
We assure you – this is a great idea. Moreover, it does not promise too much expenditure (money) during its implementation!
Briefly
- When is the best time to go to Hainan? We will surprise you, but in April! March here is considered a not very stable month with a high probability of temperature changes. And in May it becomes too humid and hot on the island
- Is it true that spring is a velvet season in Hainan? To call it that is not entirely correct; rather, it can be called high. Indeed, at this time of year, air temperatures are constantly rising, and the sea is warming up more and more (from +25-26 at the beginning to +27-28 degrees Celsius at the end of the month). Rainy days, if they happen, are quite rare.
- Will it be possible to swim regularly in Hainan in April? The likelihood of this maximum. Moreover, most tourists who come to Sanya and Dadonghai in mid-spring reasonably expect to spend most of their time on the beach. And constantly swim: both splash near the shore and swim (without swimming, however, beyond the line of buoys)
Well, now – in details!
Weather in Hainan in April
Different enough sultry and humid character. Therefore, a holiday on the island in the middle of spring may not be recommended to “everyone.”
In particular, it is worth carefully weighing the pros and cons of the trip for hypertensive patients, and in general for anyone who has problems with the heart and blood vessels, or does not tolerate high humidity (maybe above 90%) of the air.
It is also not very good to vacation in Hainan in April with small children. For the simple reason that difficult to predict reaction organisms that have not yet matured to a typical tropical climate.
The air temperature in Hainan easily reaches the level in early April +35 degrees Celsius. And he often overcomes it.
Moreover, usually the readings of street thermometers hover in the “heights” throughout the month. Only occasionally, on some days, making “dives” to +30 °C, or even just +22-24 °C.
Cold snaps like this happen completely spontaneously. But, fortunately, they do not last long: 1-2 days. And therefore, they rather add a refreshing touch to your vacation than threaten to ruin it.
It is worth considering that during your April trip to Hainan such a drop in temperature may not occur. And day after day the weather forecast will promise constant +35 and above.
The nights are not just colder – much fresher. By sunset we can expect a significant drop in temperatures.
And by 2-3 am the atmosphere completely cools down to +20-22 degrees Celsius. It can also be lower, around +18, especially in early April.
Suddenly? Wrong word!
And if you don’t read direct complaints about such temperature “swings” in the reviews, then you can indirectly guess about their presence. Because some travelers notice – sometimes swim not too comfortable — irecommend.ru/tropicheskii-rai-prozrachnoe-more-otdykh-na-okhainan-v.
The length of the day in Sanya in April increases slightly, from 12 hours and 20 minutes to 12 hours and 50 minutes – yourastroguide.ru/sun/sanya/. The sun rises above the horizon at 6.35-6.15 am at the beginning and end of the month, respectively, and sets at approximately 7 pm.
Water temperature
Allows literally everyone to swim, regardless of age and health status. Even in the mornings and at the beginning of April the sea in Sanya and Dadonghai on Hainan is warm up to +25 °C.
Closer to May and despite the relatively cold nights, it warms up to +28-29 °C.
Not exactly “fresh milk”, but you definitely won’t freeze! And at the same time you can freshen up — in +35-degree heat this is especially true.
Be sure to take a decent supply of sunscreen with you on a beach holiday in China. And a sufficient amount of light clothing that will protect your skin from burning when exposed to the tropical sun.
What else to take on a trip
Hainan Island, as everyone knows, is located in China. A country in which a lot of Internet platforms familiar to Russians are blocked, including those used for communication.
Therefore, the first thing you should think about before traveling to the Celestial Empire is how you will access the Internet there
Equally, it’s worth stocking up on bank cards that will allow you to pay for purchases and services abroad. Well, or install the appropriate ones on your smartphone payment applications.
Also be sure to purchase some RMB cash in advance. Read about why it is better to do this before your visit, as well as about other interesting customs of China in our separate article.
As is clear from the reviews, they are very popular among foreign tourists visiting the Asian country translator apps. Especially those that allow you to communicate with local residents offline.
It would be nice if it didn’t come in handy, but it should still be on hand first aid kit. Where you need to put both the medications you take regularly and first aid supplies.
In case of sunburn or poisoning, colds, allergic reactions or injuries. Here are the medications you should take with you on your trip.
Prices 2026
for tours to Hainan don’t look low. Because the direction is rapidly and effectively becoming popular, and everyone involved in organizing recreation wants to make money from it.
However, prices for trips to Hainan cannot be called high. In particular, a 10-11-day trip from Moscow for two people in early to mid-April costs 220-230 thousand rubles.
The indicated price includes round trip flights, accommodation in a very good hotel in Sanya or Dadonghai and breakfast. Flights, however, will almost certainly not be direct, but with a transit connection in Beijing or Wuhan.
Independent travelers can try to save money. For air tickets, for example, from Moscow to Sanya in April cost from 47 thousand rubles.
A room for two in a really good Holiday Inn & Suites Sanya Yalong Bay hotel – not in Sanya, but in the much more elite Yalong Bay – will cost only 50-60 € per day. But already for two.
Less expensive (about 40 € per night for a double room), although the new hotel Sanya Yalong Bay Jinglai Resort is not located on the shore. From which you can take a taxi to the beaches in Yalong Bay in 5 minutes.
Things to do
It all depends on you. If you are overtired at work or the winter has simply been too hard, give yourself a break and just relax.
Sunbathe, swim, try exotic Chinese cuisine. Eat pineapples and mangoes – in April the season of these fruits begins in Haianan – papaya and pitahaya, longan and lychee, drink coconut milk, saturate your body with vitamins to the maximum.
Walk a lot, admire the distances and stunning sunrises and sunsets here. In short, forget about “ordinary” life and responsibilities for a while.
If you manage to gather yourself for a while, you can remember that Hainan has large shopping centers and there you can buy some interesting (because exotic) things. There are also a number of attractions on the island.
For example, almost everyone who has visited the Yanoda rainforest writes in their reviews about how they were impressed and even fascinated. Cruises near the coast always produce good impressions; some also enjoy snorkeling or diving in local waters.
Those tourists who found the motivation to go to the Nantian thermal springs in Hainan are also very pleased. Which perfectly tone and even have health-improving effect.
© Eurotraveler
