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In Queens, April brings moderate daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
For Queens itself, September generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Queens typically rise from around 13°C (55°F) at the start of April to approximately 18°C (64°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 10°C (50°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Queens spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 50 years of weather records for Queens, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2026.
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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).
Pleasant temperatures in April mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Expect water temperatures of around 6°C (43°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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