Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Omaha in April
Omaha warms up: highs climb to 63°F (17°C), from 50°F in March, with lows of 39°F (4°C) and about 3.1 in (80 mm) of rain.
It scores 83/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (80 mm)
- Humidity
- 69%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are mild at around 63°F (17°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 39°F (4°C), about 13°C (24°F) below the afternoon high.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.1 in (80 mm).
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September & October).
- Comfort improves from 64/100 in March to 83/100.
- 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 39°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Omaha in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Lauritzen Gardens
100-acre botanical garden near the zoo with a Victorian-style conservatory.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring–fall.
Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Indoor desert dome, rainforest and aquarium; easily a half day.
Why now April scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Block 16
Downtown counter-service spot with creative burgers and daily specials.
Upstream Brewing Company
Old Market brewpub in a 1903 firehouse, brewing since 1996.
The Durham Museum
History museum inside Omaha's Art Deco Union Station, with a working soda fountain.
Nearby in April
- Des Moines in April~122 mi · highs 63°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lawrence in April~162 mi · highs 67°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Kansas City in April~165 mi · highs 67°F, 4.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Decorah in April~255 mi · highs 57°F, 3.8 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover Downtown Omaha & the Old Market and Midtown Omaha.
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.
Omaha in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Omaha?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 83/100 against a best of 90 in September & October. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 3.1 in (80 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Oct window our Kansas City to Omaha route recommends.
How cold is Omaha in April?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Omaha in April?
Some: about 3.1 in (80 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.0 in (814 mm).
What should I pack for Omaha in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 39°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in April
- Kansas City to Omaha Apr – Oct
Planning Omaha in April?
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