Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Seattle in April
Seattle warms up: highs climb to 57°F (14°C), from 51°F in March, with lows of 41°F (5°C) and about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 66/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (95 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 24 min
- Comfort score
- 66/100 · Good
What April feels like
Days are mild at around 57°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 41°F (5°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.7 in (95 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort improves from 50/100 in March to 66/100.
- Our Pacific Northwest route recommends Jun – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Puget Sound Islands route recommends May – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Seattle, Snoqualmie Pass & Leavenworth route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 41°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Seattle in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Elliott's Oyster House
Waterfront seafood institution on Pier 56 with a long raw-oyster list.
Why now April scores 66/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Pink Door
Italian-American restaurant behind an unmarked pink door in Post Alley, open since 1981, with cabaret and trapeze nights.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Zig Zag Café
Classic cocktail bar tucked down the Pike Street Hillclimb steps below the market.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Westlake Park
Downtown plaza that hosts the city's tree lighting, a holiday carousel and light-wrapped trees each December.
Kerry Park
Small Queen Anne park with the classic skyline view of the Space Needle and, on clear days, Mount Rainier.
Pacific Northwest Ballet's Nutcracker at McCaw Hall
Pacific Northwest Ballet's annual Nutcracker, staged at McCaw Hall at Seattle Center from late November through late December.
Nearby in April
- Bainbridge Island in April~9 mi · highs 57°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Snoqualmie Pass in April~45 mi · highs 43°F, 5.1 in rain · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Olympic NP in April~61 mi · highs 40°F, 5.4 in rain or snow · 9°C (17°F) cooler by day, wetter
- San Juan Island in April~71 mi · highs 53°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
These averages also cover Pike Place Market & Waterfront and Seattle Center & Queen Anne.
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.
Seattle in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Seattle?
It's middling, scoring 66/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 90. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Northwest route recommends Jun – Sep, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Seattle in April?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Seattle in April?
Some: about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1230 mm).
What should I pack for Seattle in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 41°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Seattle in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.