Monthly climate guide
New York weather in April
Expect cool weather in New York in April: afternoons reach about 12°C (53°F), while nights drop to around 6°C (43°F). Around 109 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than March and 5°C cooler than May.
What stands out in April
- Just 130 km apart, but New York runs about 5°C cooler than Philadelphia this month.
- Check the hourly forecast before heading to Metropolitan Museum of Art — showers are likely.
- In New York, April is mid-spring.
- It warms up quickly from here: by May highs are about 5°C higher.
Avg high
12°C
53°F
Avg low
6°C
43°F
Rainfall
109 mm
wet
Humidity
82%
relative
Sky
63%
cloud · often cloudy
New York weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / 38°F | -1°C / 29°F | 124 mm | 82% | 61% |
| February | 4°C / 40°F | -1°C / 30°F | 116 mm | 82% | 63% |
| March | 7°C / 44°F | 2°C / 35°F | 117 mm | 80% | 59% |
| April | 12°C / 53°F | 6°C / 43°F | 109 mm | 82% | 63% |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 12°C / 53°F | 118 mm | 85% | 65% |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 17°C / 63°F | 110 mm | 83% | 58% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 22°C / 71°F | 133 mm | 80% | 55% |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 70°F | 135 mm | 78% | 53% |
| September | 23°C / 74°F | 18°C / 65°F | 92 mm | 78% | 54% |
| October | 18°C / 64°F | 13°C / 55°F | 126 mm | 78% | 57% |
| November | 12°C / 53°F | 6°C / 43°F | 117 mm | 79% | 55% |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 3°C / 37°F | 155 mm | 83% | 67% |
What to pack for April
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is April a good time to visit New York?
Our New York guide recommends: April to June or September to November, avoiding the humid peak of summer and the coldest weeks of winter.
Get a 7-day unlimited MetroCard (or use contactless tap) if you're staying more than a couple of days — it's far cheaper than single rides.
Best time to visit New York →Other United States cities in April
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New York in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit New York?
April is cool in New York, with highs around 12°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is New York in April?
Average highs are about 12°C (53°F) and average lows about 6°C (43°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in New York in April?
New York typically gets around 109 mm of rain in April — wet.
When is the best time to visit New York?
April to June or September to November, avoiding the humid peak of summer and the coldest weeks of winter.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around New York (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.