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San Francisco Weather in April

San Francisco in April averages 20°C (68°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in San Francisco in April

Past climate data indicates that roughly 10 days will see rain, totalling around 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 San Francisco in April

April in San Francisco is generally perfect, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights settling around 13°C (55°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in San Francisco in April

The month enjoys around 245 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in San Francisco in April

Average wind conditions reach 2 m/s (4 knots) in April. This creates comfortable weather with light winds that gently move vegetation. Keep in mind this is an average. Daily conditions range from near-calm to more noticeable wind.

Average water temperature in April

The water temperature is 17°C (63°F) — chilly, but perfectly fine for a swim if you're not too sensitive to cold water. A short wetsuit can make longer sessions more comfortable.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for San Francisco.

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San Francisco Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 17°C (63°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm (1.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 245 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 60% *  
* Data from: Málaga, Spain (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Best Places in Spain 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 San Francisco in April

For San Francisco in April, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 17°C (63°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in San Francisco in April

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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