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United States of America Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the United States of America in April.

Are you planning a trip a to the United States of America in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the United States of America in April

The United States of America offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In April, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Point Barrow at -10°C (14°F) to very warm in Rio Grande City at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Rio Grande City and -16°C (3°F) in Point Barrow.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Indio with an average of 0.9 mm (0.04 in) to heavy rainfall in Captain Cook with 368 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in April. New York City typically receives 225 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the United States of America by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the United States of America — and find the best time to visit. (based on New York City)

Best Places to Visit in the United States of America in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the United States of America.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the United States of America

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the United States of America?

Temperature range in the United States of America (April)

Precipitation variation in the United States of America (April)

New York City

In April New York City generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
213 hours
225 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Kissimmee

In April Kissimmee generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
300 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Orlando

In April Orlando generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Los Angeles

In April Los Angeles generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
275 hours
305 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Destin

In April Destin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the United States of America.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the United States of America in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New York City 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Los Angeles 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Miami 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Sedona 23°C (73°F) 6°C (43°F) 9.8 mm (0.4 in)
Houston 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Las Vegas 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 4.1 mm (0.2 in)

The United States of America weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the United States of America in April?

Expect unpleasant weather across the United States of America in April. The popular destination of New York City averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the United States of America in April?

Average temperatures in the United States of America during April range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in New York City.

Does the United States of America get a lot of rain in April?

the United States of America sees substantial rainfall in April. New York City typically averages about 106 mm (4.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the United States of America?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to the United States of America with often unpleasant weather in New York City.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in New York City. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the United States of America.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America.

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