New York · April
Low seasonUSA · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 5° (41°)-6– (21–)16 (61) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)17 (63) | 11° (52°)0– (32–)23 (73) | 17° (63°)8– (46–)28 (82) | 22° (72°)12– (54–)31 (88) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)35 (95) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)34 (93) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)32 (90) | 19° (66°)10– (50–)26 (79) | 13° (55°)3– (37–)21 (70) | 8° (46°)-2– (28–)17 (63) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -1° (30°)-12– (10–)7 (45) | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)8 (46) | 3° (37°)-6– (21–)11 (52) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)23 (73) | 12° (54°)4– (39–)19 (66) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)15 (59) | 2° (36°)-7– (19–)9 (48) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 6h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 5° (41°) | 4° (39°) | 6° (43°) | 9° (48°) | 14° (57°) | 19° (66°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 22° (72°) | 18° (64°) | 13° (55°) | 9° (48°) |
🌧Rain Days | 7d100mm (3.9") | 7d82mm (3.2") | 7d103mm (4.0") | 7d112mm (4.4") | 8d98mm (3.9") | 8d106mm (4.2") | 8d123mm (4.8") | 8d124mm (4.9") | 6d98mm (3.9") | 7d117mm (4.6") | 6d81mm (3.2") | 9d115mm (4.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
April in New York at 17°C (63°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June and September.
Daytime highs average 17°C (63°F), cooling to 8°C (46°F) at night (daily average: 12°C (54°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 112 mm (4.4 in) total. At 9°C (48°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Spring comes in waves: March often still smells of winter, in April cherry trees blossom in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Central Park, and by May the street cafés are full again. Ideal for walking the city before the summer heat sets in.
Packing list for New York in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit New York?
- April is not an optimal month for New York (Score: 57/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June and September.
- How warm is it in New York in April?
- In April, New York sees daily highs of 17°C (63°F). Nights cool to 8°C (46°F), with a daily average of 12°C (54°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F).
- How much rain falls in New York in April?
- In April, New York receives an average of 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does New York get in April?
- New York averages 7 sunshine hours per day in April — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in New York in April?
- Water temperature in New York in April averages 9°C (48°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
