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New York City in April
New York City warms up: highs climb to 54°F (12°C), from 44°F in March, with lows of 43°F (6°C) and about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain.
It scores 64/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 43°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 4.2 in (107 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What April feels like
Cool days top out near 54°F (12°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 43°F (6°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.2 in (107 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 (May and July – October).
- Comfort improves from 48/100 in March to 64/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in New York City in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
The High Line
Elevated rail-line park with gardens and Hudson River views.
Why now April scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Met Cloisters
Medieval art in reassembled monastery cloisters above the Hudson.
The Campbell
Restored 1920s office of a tycoon, now a cocktail bar inside Grand Central.
Brooklyn Bridge
1883 bridge with a pedestrian promenade over the East River.
Why now Highs near 54°F and 4.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Chelsea Market
Food hall in the old Nabisco factory at the High Line's south end.
Nearby in April
- Manhattan in April~5 mi · highs 58°F, 4.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Beacon in April~55 mi · highs 59°F, 3.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Philadelphia in April~81 mi · highs 63°F, 3.8 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Hudson in April~107 mi · highs 58°F, 3.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
These averages also cover Brooklyn, DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights and Midtown Manhattan.
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.
New York City in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit New York City?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 64/100 against a best of 81 in May and July – October. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
How cold is New York City in April?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 43°F (6°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in New York City in April?
Some: about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.7 in (1313 mm).
What should I pack for New York City in April?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on New York City
Routes in season in April
- Hudson Valley by Rail Apr – Nov
Planning New York City in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.