Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Clarksdale in April
Clarksdale warms up: highs climb to 73°F (23°C), from 64°F in March, with lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain.
April opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 81/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 5.3 in (134 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs settle around 73°F (23°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights cool to an average low of 52°F (11°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.3 in (134 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around April
April is one of Clarksdale's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 73°F, up from 64°F in March.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, March – May.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April and October & November.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 76/100.
- April sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 73°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Clarksdale in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Abe's Bar-B-Q
Barbecue at the Crossroads since 1924; known for pork sandwiches and hot tamales.
Delta Blues Museum
Museum in the 1918 freight depot holding Muddy Waters' rebuilt cabin and blues artifacts.
Cat Head Delta Blues & Folk Art
Blues record store and folk art shop; the owner knows who's playing where tonight.
The Crossroads
Guitar sign marking Highways 61 and 49, tied to the Robert Johnson legend.
Nearby in April
- Helena-West Helena in April~23 mi · highs 73°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Memphis in April~72 mi · highs 72°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Branson in April~225 mi · highs 69°F, 5.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Eureka Springs in April~235 mi · highs 68°F, 5.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler 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.
Clarksdale in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Clarksdale?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 81/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain. April is inside the Oct – Apr window our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends.
How hot is Clarksdale in April?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Clarksdale in April?
Yes: about 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.0 in (1346 mm).
What should I pack for Clarksdale in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 73°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in April
- Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites Oct – Apr
Planning Clarksdale in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.