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San Luis Obispo Weather in April

April is one of the excellent months to visit San Luis Obispo, with daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in San Luis Obispo in April

Past climate data indicates that roughly 6 days will see rain, totalling around 38 mm (1.5 in) for the month. The odd shower may pass through, but it usually doesn't amount to much. A largely dry month overall.

Temperature in San Luis Obispo in April

San Luis Obispo in April has excellent weather. Days reach 21°C (70°F) and nights cool to 7°C (45°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in San Luis Obispo in April

The city usually sees around 301 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

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

San Luis Obispo Temperature in April

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
20%
Precipitation
38 mm (1.5 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Sunshine
301 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Paso Robles, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 Miles).

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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 Luis Obispo in April

For San Luis Obispo 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. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in San Luis Obispo 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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