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Columbus Weather in April

Thinking of visiting Columbus in April? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, with some snow/rainfall likely.

Rainfall in Columbus in April

Typically, about 9 days will experience snow/rainfall, with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Columbus in April

Expect highs of 15°C (59°F) in Columbus in April, with nights dropping to around -1°C (30°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights are well below freezing at -1°C (30°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation.

Sunshine in Columbus in April

There are approximately 256 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, August and September typically offer the best weather for Columbus.

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Columbus Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm (1.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 54% *  
SunshineSunshine 256 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Billings, the United States of America (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in April

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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).

What to Wear in Columbus in April

The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Columbus in April

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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