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Old Sacramento Waterfront in April
Old Sacramento Waterfront warms up: highs climb to 71°F (21°C), from 65°F in March, with lows of 47°F (8°C) and about 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain.
At 95/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (50 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 42%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 95/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 71°F (21°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 47°F (8°C), about 13°C (23°F) below the afternoon high.
About 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's April.
Plan around April
April is one of Old Sacramento Waterfront's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 71°F, up from 65°F in March.
- Comfort improves from 87/100 in March to 95/100.
- Our Sacramento New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes71°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 47°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Old Sacramento Waterfront in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Tower Bridge
The gold 1935 vertical-lift bridge over the Sacramento River, lit at night and open to walk across to West Sacramento.
Why now April scores 95/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Old Sacramento State Historic Park
Blocks of Gold Rush-era brick buildings, wooden boardwalks and shops along the river, strung with lights for the holidays.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 2.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
The Firehouse Restaurant
A special-night restaurant in an 1853 firehouse in Old Sacramento, with a courtyard and a long wine list.
Ella Dining Room & Bar
A downtown dining room near the Capitol with seasonal California cooking and a busy bar.
Nearby in April
- Napa in April~42 mi · highs 65°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Sonoma in April~55 mi · highs 67°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Healdsburg in April~74 mi · highs 61°F, 2.5 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Francisco in April~75 mi · highs 63°F, 1.7 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Capitol Park & Midtown.
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.
Old Sacramento Waterfront in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Old Sacramento Waterfront?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 95/100. Expect highs of 71°F (21°C) and 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain.
How hot is Old Sacramento Waterfront in April?
Average highs are 71°F (21°C) and average lows 47°F (8°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Old Sacramento Waterfront in April?
Not much: about 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 22.3 in (567 mm).
What should I pack for Old Sacramento Waterfront in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (71°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 47°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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