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Park City in April
Park City warms up: highs climb to 50°F (10°C), from 41°F in March, with lows of 28°F (-2°C) and about 2.2 in (57 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 63/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 50°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 28°F (-2°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.2 in (57 mm)
- Humidity
- 67%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What April feels like
Cool days top out near 50°F (10°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Average lows of 28°F (-2°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 2.2 in (57 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are May – September.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by May, lows rise to 36°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, March – May.
- Comfort improves from 49/100 in March to 63/100.
- Our Salt Lake City & Park City route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- Insulated jackethighs only 50°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 28°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Park City in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
High West Saloon
Ski-in whiskey saloon and restaurant in a restored livery stable and garage at the foot of the Quittin' Time run.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Après-ski.
Utah Olympic Park
The 2002 Winter Olympics sliding and ski-jumping venue, with public bobsled rides and a free museum.
Why now April scores 63/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
No Name Saloon
Crowded Main Street bar with a rooftop deck and buffalo burgers, a Park City après fixture.
Why now Highs near 50°F and 2.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Deer Valley
Skiers-only resort known for its corduroy groomers, limited lift tickets and lodge dining.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Park City Museum
Main Street museum in the old City Hall, covering silver mining and skiing, with the original territorial jail below.
Nearby in April
- Salt Lake City in April~22 mi · highs 59°F, 2.6 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in April~163 mi · highs 63°F, 0.8 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, drier
- Arches in April~167 mi · highs 67°F, 0.9 in rain · 9°C (17°F) warmer by day, drier
- Canyonlands in April~182 mi · highs 66°F, 0.6 in rain · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, drier
These averages also cover Big Cottonwood Canyon.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,364 m to Park City's ~2,114 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.
Park City in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Park City?
It's middling, scoring 63/100. The best months are May – September, at up to 98. Expect highs of 50°F (10°C) and 2.2 in (57 mm) of rain or snow.
How cold is Park City in April?
Average highs are 50°F (10°C) and average lows 28°F (-2°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Park City in April?
Not much: about 2.2 in (57 mm) of rain or snow falls across April on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 20.3 in (516 mm).
What should I pack for Park City in April?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 50°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 28°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Park City
Planning Park 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.