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Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in April
Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk 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
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Lows average 64°F (18°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.5 in (63 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April is one of Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk'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 hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Columbia Restaurant
Florida's oldest restaurant, opened in Ybor City in 1905, with tiled dining rooms, the 1905 salad and flamenco shows.
Tampa Riverwalk
2.6-mile path along the Hillsborough River through downtown, the free viewing area for the midnight fireworks over the water.
Why now April scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Armature Works
Food hall and event space in a restored 1910 streetcar barn on the river in Tampa Heights.
Jackson's Bistro
Waterfront restaurant on Harbour Island with a big deck facing downtown, host of a ticketed New Year's Eve party.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in April
- Downtown St. Petersburg in April~16 mi · highs 81°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Walt Disney World in April~63 mi · highs 84°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Winter Park in April~81 mi · highs 84°F, 2.3 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- St. Augustine in April~151 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 Tampa & the Riverwalk in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk?
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 Tampa & the Riverwalk 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 Tampa & the Riverwalk 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 Tampa & the Riverwalk in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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