Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Salt Lake City in April
The year's rain peaks now, with about 2.6 in (66 mm) falling in Salt Lake City, alongside highs near 59°F (15°C) and lows of 38°F (4°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 77/100, 5th of 12.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 38°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (66 mm)
- Humidity
- 61%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are mild at around 59°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 38°F (4°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.6 in (66 mm).
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September & October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, March – May.
- Comfort improves from 65/100 in March to 77/100.
- 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
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 38°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 Salt Lake City in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Gallivan Center Ice Rink
Outdoor rink in the downtown Gallivan Center plaza, open through the winter with skate rental.
Why now April scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Temple Square
The 10-acre Latter-day Saint headquarters, strung with lights and nativity scenes from late November through December.
Why now Highs near 59°F and 2.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Ballet West's Nutcracker at the Capitol Theatre
Ballet West dances Willam Christensen's Nutcracker, descended from the first full-length American staging, in a 1913 theater.
Red Iguana
Family-run Mexican restaurant on North Temple, known for its moles and a line out the door.
Nearby in April
- Park City in April~22 mi · highs 50°F, 2.2 in rain or snow · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in April~174 mi · highs 63°F, 0.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Arches in April~186 mi · highs 67°F, 0.9 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
- Jackson in April~196 mi · highs 46°F, 2.5 in rain or snow · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Salt Lake City.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,744 m to Salt Lake City's ~1,300 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.
Salt Lake City in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Salt Lake City?
It's middling, scoring 77/100. The best months are May & June and September & October, at up to 98. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain.
How cold is Salt Lake City in April?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 38°F (4°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Salt Lake City in April?
Some: about 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.3 in (542 mm).
What should I pack for Salt Lake City in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 38°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).
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