Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Leavenworth in April
Leavenworth warms up: highs climb to 56°F (13°C), from 49°F in March, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 71/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 56°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 24 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What April feels like
Days are mild at around 56°F (13°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 37°F (3°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.2 in (55 mm) for the month.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are May – September.
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in March to 71/100.
- Our Seattle, Snoqualmie Pass & Leavenworth route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 37°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Leavenworth in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Stevens Pass
Major ski area on the Cascade crest, 45 minutes west of Leavenworth on US 2, with night skiing on the front side.
Why now April scores 71/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Front Street Park
The town green and gazebo at the heart of the Christmas Lighting Festival, where the village lights are switched on at dusk.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 2.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Leavenworth Ski Hill
Small community ski hill just north of town with rope tows, tubing, night skiing and groomed Nordic trails.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Kris Kringl
Year-round Christmas store on Front Street selling ornaments, nutcrackers and German smokers.
Blackbird Island
Riverside trails in Waterfront Park, a short walk from Front Street, along the Wenatchee River.
Nearby in April
- Snoqualmie Pass in April~37 mi · highs 43°F, 5.1 in rain · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Seattle in April~78 mi · highs 57°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Bainbridge Island in April~87 mi · highs 57°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- San Juan Island in April~127 mi · highs 53°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~997 m to Leavenworth's ~355 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Leavenworth in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Leavenworth?
It's middling, scoring 71/100. The best months are May – September, at up to 94. Expect highs of 56°F (13°C) and 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain.
How cold is Leavenworth in April?
Average highs are 56°F (13°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Leavenworth in April?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.9 in (810 mm).
What should I pack for Leavenworth in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 37°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Leavenworth
Planning Leavenworth in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.