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Pasadena in April
Pasadena edges warmer than March, with highs of 71°F (22°C), lows of 51°F (10°C) and about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain.
At 98/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (19 mm)
- Humidity
- 63%
- Cloud cover
- 35%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 98/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (22°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Lows average 51°F (10°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (19 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 35%.
Plan around April
April is one of Pasadena's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 71°F, up from 68°F in March.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 0.7 in (19 mm) after 1.7 in (42 mm) in March.
- Comfort holds steady from March (96 → 98/100).
- Our Los Angeles 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 clotheshighs average 71°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Pasadena in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
The Raymond 1886
Seasonal American cooking in the former caretaker's cottage of the vanished Raymond Hotel, with a garden patio.
Why now April scores 98/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Colorado Street Bridge
Curved 1913 concrete arch bridge over the Arroyo Seco, with a walking path along the stream bed below.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Rose Parade
The Tournament of Roses parade of flower-covered floats, bands and horses, held on Colorado Boulevard since 1890.
Rose Bowl Stadium
The 1922 stadium in the Arroyo Seco that hosts the Rose Bowl Game, a College Football Playoff game, on Jan 1.
Old Pasadena
Blocks of restored brick buildings and alleys along Colorado Boulevard, with shops, cafes and bars.
Nearby in April
- Los Angeles in April~9 mi · highs 73°F, 0.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Hollywood in April~11 mi · highs 73°F, 0.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Santa Barbara in April~91 mi · highs 67°F, 1.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Palm Springs in April~94 mi · highs 84°F, 0.2 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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.
Pasadena in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Pasadena?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 98/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain.
How hot is Pasadena in April?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 51°F (10°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Pasadena in April?
Not much: about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 13.1 in (332 mm).
What should I pack for Pasadena in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Pasadena in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.