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Downtown Houston in April
Downtown Houston warms up: highs climb to 80°F (26°C), from 73°F in March, with lows of 59°F (15°C) and about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 80°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 59°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (87 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 80°F (26°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 59°F (15°C).
Humidity averages 77%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Some rain is likely, about 3.4 in (87 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February & March and November & December).
- Humidity season begins: 77% on average, up from 80% in March.
- Comfort slips from 85/100 in March to 80/100.
- Our Houston New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes80°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Downtown Houston in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
La Carafe
A candlelit wine bar in the Kennedy Bakery building on Market Square, probably the oldest Houston building on its original site.
Why now April scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Brennan's of Houston
Creole fine dining in a brick Midtown house since 1967, known for turtle soup and tableside bananas Foster.
Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse
A dark-wood downtown steakhouse across from Daikin Park, a long-running choice for a big-night dinner.
Why now Highs near 80°F and 3.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Discovery Green
A 12-acre park between the convention center and the skyline, with a lake, lawns and a seasonal ice rink.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in April
- Austin in April~146 mi · highs 81°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- San Antonio in April~189 mi · highs 84°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Texas Hill Country in April~200 mi · highs 80°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Dallas in April~225 mi · highs 77°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Hermann Park & Museum District.
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.
Downtown Houston in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Downtown Houston?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 88 in February & March and November & December. Expect highs of 80°F (26°C) and 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown Houston in April?
Average highs are 80°F (26°C) and average lows 59°F (15°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown Houston in April?
Some: about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.1 in (1246 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown Houston in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (80°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Downtown Houston in April?
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