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Sacramento Weather in April

April in Sacramento brings high temperatures, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights dropping to 9°C (48°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Sacramento in April

Past climate data indicates that roughly 6 days will see rain, totalling around 45 mm (1.8 in) for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.

Temperature in Sacramento in April

April in Sacramento is generally excellent, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights settling around 9°C (48°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Sacramento in April

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 329 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, April is one of the best months to visit Sacramento.

Sacramento Temperature in April

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
20%
Precipitation
45 mm (1.8 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
64%
Sunshine
329 hours
Percentage Sunshine
83%

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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 Sacramento in April

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. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Sacramento in April

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    5/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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