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San Simeon in April
Little changes in San Simeon from March: highs stay near 55°F (13°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), and about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 75/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 55°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 1.0 in (25 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 55 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What April feels like
Afternoons only reach about 55°F (13°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights cool to an average low of 47°F (8°C).
Rain is scarce: about 1.0 in (25 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (August – November).
- Comfort improves from 71/100 in March to 75/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Insulated jackethighs only 55°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in San Simeon in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
William Randolph Hearst Memorial State Beach
Calm cove beach and pier below Hearst Castle, good for picnics and kayaking.
Why now April scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hearst Castle
William Randolph Hearst's hilltop estate with the Neptune Pool and Roman Pool.
Moonstone Beach Boardwalk
Mile-long boardwalk above a rocky shore with tidepools and otter sightings.
Why now Highs near 55°F and 1.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Linn's Restaurant
Cambria institution known for its olallieberry pie.
Robin's Restaurant
Garden-patio restaurant in Cambria with global, seasonal plates.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in April
- Big Sur in April~54 mi · highs 60°F, 1.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Monterey & Carmel in April~75 mi · highs 60°F, 1.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Solvang in April~95 mi · highs 66°F, 1.1 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Santa Barbara in April~121 mi · highs 67°F, 1.1 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~84 m to San Simeon's ~452 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.
San Simeon in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit San Simeon?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 75/100 against a best of 89 in August – November. Expect highs of 55°F (13°C) and 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
How cold is San Simeon in April?
Average highs are 55°F (13°C) and average lows 47°F (8°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in San Simeon in April?
Not much: about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.2 in (387 mm).
What should I pack for San Simeon in April?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 55°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on San Simeon
Routes in season in April
- Pacific Coast Highway Apr – Oct
Planning San Simeon 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.