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Salt Lake City Weather in April
April in Salt Lake City averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 4°C (39°F) at night. It is the wettest month of the year, with 70 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall on average, so waterproof gear is a must.
Rainfall in Salt Lake City in April
As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days, totalling around 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Salt Lake City in April
April in Salt Lake City brings typical temperatures with highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Salt Lake City in April
Enjoy a sunny month with about 270 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Salt Lake City even more beautiful.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June and September typically offer the best weather for Salt Lake City.
Salt Lake City Temperature in April
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
54%
Sunshine
270 hours
Percentage Sunshine
67%
Salt Lake City Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Salt Lake City typically rise from around 14°C (57°F) at the start of April to approximately 18°C (64°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 3°C (37°F) to 7°C (45°F).
Average temperatures in April
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in April
Historical weather records for Salt Lake City in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Salt Lake City spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Salt Lake City historical weather extremes in April
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Salt Lake City between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- Salt Lake City recorded its highest April temperature of 32°C (90°F) on April 29, 2007.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was -7°C (19°F) (April 1, 1997).
- The wettest April day on record brought 40 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation to Salt Lake City (April 2, 1986).
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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Salt Lake City 3-Day Forecast
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Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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