Philadelphia weather in April (Pennsylvania, United States of America)

Curious about the April weather in Philadelphia? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Philadelphia typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 19°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.

Philadelphia in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Typically around 12 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 219 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 May typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February 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 Philadelphia climate page with graphs.

 

Philadelphia, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 61%  
SunshineSunshine 219 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55%  

Where to go in the United States of America in April

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Philadelphia in April?

For visitors traveling to Philadelphia, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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