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Vail Weather in April

April in Vail brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights dropping to -5°C (23°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.

Rainfall in Vail in April

With the most rainfall occurring this month, it's practical to keep an umbrella handy for sudden downpours. Historically, April sees about 18 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 90 mm (3.5 in). This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Vail in April

Vail in April gets highs of 8°C (46°F) during the day and drops to -5°C (23°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows of -5°C (23°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Vail.

Vail Temperature in April

Min Temperature
-5°C (23°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
90 mm (3.5 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
50% *
* Data from: Aspen, the United States of America (62 KM, 38 Miles).

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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 Vail in April

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Vail in April. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Vail in April

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

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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