Calgary weather in April (Alberta, Canada)

How is the weather in Calgary in April? This guide provides all the details you need.

In April, Calgary typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -2°C.

Calgary in April usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 45 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 7 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 222 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Calgary climate page with graphs.

 

Calgary, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 24%  

Precipitation 45 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 41%  

Sunshine 222 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 53%  

Where to go in Canada in April

Find out more about the weather in Canada in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in Calgary in April?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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