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Glacier National Park in April
Glacier National Park warms up: highs climb to 39°F (4°C), from 30°F in March, with lows of 23°F (-5°C) and about 2.8 in (71 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 42/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 39°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 23°F (-5°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.8 in (71 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What April feels like
Highs only reach about 39°F (4°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 23°F (-5°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 2.8 in (71 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around April
April is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July & August.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by May, lows rise to 33°F.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (April – June), which brings about 10.6 in (270 mm) in total.
- Comfort holds steady from March (42 → 42/100).
- Our Glacier to Yellowstone route recommends Jun – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 23°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.8 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Glacier National Park in April
With highs near 39°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Polebridge Mercantile
1914 general store and bakery in the North Fork, known for huckleberry bear claws.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Northern Lights Saloon
Log-cabin saloon next to the Mercantile, with a beer garden facing the peaks.
Going-to-the-Sun Road
50-mile alpine road crossing the Continental Divide at Logan Pass.
Hidden Lake Overlook Trail
2.7-mile round trip from Logan Pass across meadows to a lake view, often with mountain goats.
Russell's Fireside Dining Room
Lake McDonald Lodge dining room with regional dishes like bison and huckleberry desserts.
Nearby in April
- Banff in April~185 mi · highs 39°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lake Louise in April~212 mi · highs 35°F, 2.8 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°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.
Glacier National Park in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Glacier National Park?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 42/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July & August. Expect highs of 39°F (4°C) and 2.8 in (71 mm) of rain or snow. Our Glacier to Yellowstone route recommends Jun – Sep, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Glacier National Park in April?
Average highs are 39°F (4°C) and average lows 23°F (-5°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Glacier National Park in April?
Some: about 2.8 in (71 mm) of rain or snow falls across April on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 31.6 in (802 mm).
What should I pack for Glacier National Park in April?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 23°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.8 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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