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Kansas City in April
Kansas City warms up: highs climb to 67°F (19°C), from 55°F in March, with lows of 44°F (6°C) and about 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain.
It scores 82/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 4.2 in (106 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 02 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What April feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 67°F (19°C), good for long walks.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 4.2 in (106 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 (September & October).
- Comfort improves from 70/100 in March to 82/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Kansas City in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Union Station Kansas City
1914 rail station with a grand hall, science center and model railroad exhibit.
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
Barbecue served out of a working gas station; the Z-Man sandwich is the order.
National WWI Museum and Memorial
The US museum dedicated to the First World War, under the Liberty Memorial tower.
The Blue Room
Jazz club inside the American Jazz Museum with live music most nights.
Boulevard Brewing Company
KC's largest brewery, with tours and a rooftop beer hall.
Nearby in April
- Lawrence in April~36 mi · highs 67°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Springfield in April~148 mi · highs 67°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Omaha in April~165 mi · highs 63°F, 3.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Des Moines in April~179 mi · highs 63°F, 3.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
These averages also cover Country Club Plaza and Downtown Kansas City.
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.
Kansas City in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Kansas City?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 82/100 against a best of 89 in September & October. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
How hot is Kansas City in April?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 44°F (6°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kansas City in April?
Some: about 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 40.9 in (1039 mm).
What should I pack for Kansas City in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Kansas City
Routes in season in April
- Kansas City to Omaha Apr – Oct
Planning Kansas City 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.