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Helena-West Helena in April
Helena-West Helena warms up: highs climb to 73°F (23°C), from 64°F in March, with lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 5.4 in (136 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
- 5.4 in (136 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).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.4 in (136 mm) across the month.
Plan around April
April is one of Helena-West Helena'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 75/100.
- 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 shoes5.4 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Helena-West Helena in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Arkansas Delta Heritage Trail State Park
Rail-trail running through Delta farmland and bottomland forest south of Helena.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring or fall.
Helena River Park
Levee-top boardwalk overlooking the Mississippi River behind downtown.
Why now April scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Fort Curtis
Reconstructed Union earthwork fort from the 1863 Battle of Helena.
Delta Cultural Center
State museum of Delta music and life, also home to the long-running King Biscuit Time broadcast.
Delta Dirt Distillery
Small-batch distillery tasting room making spirits from Delta-grown sweet potatoes.
Nearby in April
- Clarksdale in April~23 mi · highs 73°F, 5.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Memphis in April~53 mi · highs 72°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Branson in April~208 mi · highs 69°F, 5.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Eureka Springs in April~219 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.
Helena-West Helena in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Helena-West Helena?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 81/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 5.4 in (136 mm) of rain. April is inside the Oct – Apr window our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends.
How hot is Helena-West Helena 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 Helena-West Helena in April?
Yes: about 5.4 in (136 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 52.4 in (1331 mm).
What should I pack for Helena-West Helena in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 73°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.4 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Helena-West Helena
Routes in season in April
- Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites Oct – Apr
Planning Helena-West Helena in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.