01Weather
New York City weather in April
Afternoons in April average 16.3 °C (61 °F) and nights cool to 8.3 °C (47 °F). The month brings about 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with March it is 5.3 °C warmer; May is 5.2 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical April | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 23 °C / 73 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 10 °C / 50 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 4 °C / 39 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.1 | frost mornings per month |
| Days with snow cover | 0.1 | snow depth ≥ 1 cm, per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 28 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest April day 2016–2025 | 28.9 °C / -0.6 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April | 06:39 | 19:20 | 12.7 h |
| 15 April | 06:17 | 19:35 | 13.3 h |
| 30 April | 05:55 | 19:50 | 13.9 h |
Daylight grows by about 72 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/New_York).
03Crowds
How busy New York City is in April
busy The main sights are busy in April. What drives it:
- Easter and the Easter Parade
- cherry blossoms in Brooklyn
- Tribeca Festival starts
04Public holidays
Public holidays in April 2027
No public holidays in United States fall in April, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in New York City in April
Every year in April
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival | Easter Sunday, Fifth Avenue | parade |
07Packing
What to pack for New York City in April
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
April is mild and often showery, with afternoons around 17 °C, cherry blossoms at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden in the second half, the Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival on Fifth Avenue on Easter Sunday and baseball opening at Yankee Stadium and Citi Field. It is the first truly busy month. Evenings still need a jacket. Rain falls on about eleven days.
The Tribeca Festival opens in June; April brings the Sakura Matsuri at the Botanic Garden and the New York International Auto Show at the Javits Center. Hotel rates jump over Easter and spring break. The High Line and Central Park are at their spring best in the final week. Daylight passes thirteen hours. For one of the best months with Fleet Week and Memorial Day, see May.
09Compare
New York City month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5 °C | -1 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Good |
| February | 8 °C | 1 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 11 °C | 3 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 16 °C | 8 °C | 8 | – | busy | Good |
| May | 22 °C | 13 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 27 °C | 19 °C | 9 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 31 °C | 23 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| August | 29 °C | 22 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| September | 26 °C | 19 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 20 °C | 13 °C | 7 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 13 °C | 6 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| December | 8 °C | 1 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Off-season |
Not sure about April? See the best time to visit New York City.
10Elsewhere
April in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto in April | 12 °C | 9 |
| Orlando in April | 29 °C | 4 |
| Miami in April | 29 °C | 6 |
| Cancún in April | 30 °C | – |
| Las Vegas in April | 27 °C | 0 |
| Vancouver in April | 14 °C | 13 |
11FAQ
New York City in April: your questions
Is April a good time to visit New York City?
April is a good month to visit New York City. Daytime highs average 16 °C (61 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in New York City in April?
Expect cool days around 16 °C (61 °F) and nights near 8 °C (47 °F). One April in ten brings afternoons above 23 °C, and one in ten stays below 10 °C.
Does it rain a lot in New York City in April?
April brings about 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by New York City standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 28 percent.
What should I wear in New York City in April?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is New York City crowded in April?
The main sights are busy in April. Main drivers: Easter and the Easter Parade; cherry blossoms in Brooklyn; Tribeca Festival starts.
What time does it get dark in New York City in April?
Around the middle of April the sun sets at about 19:35 and rises at 06:17, giving 13.3 hours of daylight.