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Downtown St. Petersburg in April
Downtown St. Petersburg warms up: highs climb to 81°F (27°C), from 76°F in March, with lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
At 91/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 40 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What April feels like
Warm afternoons near 81°F (27°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 64°F (18°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.5 in (63 mm).
Plan around April
April is one of Downtown St. Petersburg's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 76/100.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 3°C (6°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 88/100 in March to 91/100.
- Our Tampa 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 clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Downtown St. Petersburg in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
The Vinoy
Pink 1925 Mediterranean Revival resort on the waterfront, with a brunch dining room overlooking Vinoy Park.
Why now April scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Salvador Dali Museum
The largest Dali collection outside Europe, in a concrete box wrapped by a glass bubble on the bay.
Fort De Soto Park
County park on five keys at the mouth of Tampa Bay, with white-sand beaches, a 1898 fort and fishing piers.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Sunken Gardens
Century-old botanical garden in a sinkhole, with waterfalls, flamingos and thousands of tropical plants.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in April
- Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in April~16 mi · highs 81°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Walt Disney World in April~78 mi · highs 84°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Winter Park in April~96 mi · highs 84°F, 2.3 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- St. Augustine in April~167 mi · highs 75°F, 2.7 in rain · 3°C (6°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.
Downtown St. Petersburg in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Downtown St. Petersburg?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown St. Petersburg in April?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown St. Petersburg in April?
Some: about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 56.7 in (1441 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown St. Petersburg in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Downtown St. Petersburg in April?
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