Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Seward in April
Seward warms up: highs climb to 39°F (4°C), from 33°F in March, with lows of 33°F (0°C) and about 7.4 in (189 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 27/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 39°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (0°C)
- Rain
- 7.4 in (189 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 27/100 · Tough
What April feels like
Highs only reach about 39°F (4°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 33°F (0°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.4 in (189 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 76%.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are June – August.
- Comfort slips from 32/100 in March to 27/100.
- Our Alaska Glacier Route recommends Jun – Aug, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 33°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.4 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Seward in April
With 7.4 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Seward Brewing Company
Downtown brewpub with house beers and Alaska-sourced food.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Alaska SeaLife Center
Aquarium and marine rescue center with Steller sea lions, puffins and harbor seals.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Resurrection Roadhouse
Lodge restaurant at Seward Windsong Lodge on the road to Exit Glacier.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Mount Marathon
Seward's town mountain, site of the July 4 race; the hikers' trail gives bay views.
Sunny Cove Sea Kayaking
Guided kayak trips in Resurrection Bay, including paddles near Aialik Glacier.
Nearby in April
- Anchorage in April~79 mi · highs 41°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Homer in April~80 mi · highs 40°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Talkeetna in April~155 mi · highs 40°F, 2.3 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~505 m to Seward's ~35 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.
Seward in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Seward?
It's middling, scoring 27/100. The best months are June – August, at up to 58. Expect highs of 39°F (4°C) and 7.4 in (189 mm) of rain. Our Alaska Glacier Route recommends Jun – Aug, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Seward in April?
Average highs are 39°F (4°C) and average lows 33°F (0°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Seward in April?
Yes: about 7.4 in (189 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 103.7 in (2635 mm).
What should I pack for Seward in April?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 33°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.4 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Seward in April?
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