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Beacon in April
Beacon warms up: highs climb to 59°F (15°C), from 46°F in March, with lows of 38°F (3°C) and about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain.
It scores 74/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 38°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (99 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What April feels like
Highs near 59°F (15°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 38°F (3°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.9 in (99 mm).
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May and September & October).
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 8°C (14°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 51/100 in March to 74/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 38°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Beacon in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Mount Beacon Park
Steep climb past incline-railway ruins to a fire tower with river views.
Why now April scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bank Square Coffeehouse
Coffeehouse on the corner of Main Street and Route 9D.
Why now Highs near 59°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Brothers Trattoria
Long-running family Italian on Main Street, open since 1998.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Dia Beacon
Minimalist and conceptual art in a former Nabisco box factory near the station.
Hudson Valley Brewery
Brewery known for sour IPAs, with a taproom in an old factory.
Nearby in April
- Manhattan in April~50 mi · highs 58°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hudson in April~52 mi · highs 58°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- New York City in April~55 mi · highs 54°F, 4.2 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Philadelphia in April~124 mi · highs 63°F, 3.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Beacon in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Beacon?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 74/100 against a best of 82 in May and September & October. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
How cold is Beacon in April?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 38°F (3°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beacon in April?
Some: about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1229 mm).
What should I pack for Beacon in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 38°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in April
- Hudson Valley by Rail Apr – Nov
Planning Beacon in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.