New York weather in April
April in New York averages 62°F by day and 46°F at night, with 4.1 inches of precipitation. It is the 7th-warmest and 8th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 62°F+12° vs March
- Average low
- 46°F1 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 4.1 in7 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.4 in0 days at 90°F+
Is April a good time to visit New York?
April is cool, with highs around 62°F. The most comfortable months overall are May and September to October.
What to do in New York in April
Mix it up: Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park. All things to do in New York.
On April 15 the sun rises at 6:17 am and sets at 7:35 pm, giving 13h 18m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for New York in April
- Long sleeves, a warm jacket and closed shoes
- An umbrella or rain jacket
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
April nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 62°F | 46°F | 4.1 in | |
| Jersey City, NJ | 5 mi | 63°F | 44°F | 3.9 in |
| Newark, NJ | 11 mi | 63°F | 44°F | 3.9 in |
| Clifton, NJ | 12 mi | 62°F | 46°F | 4.1 in |
| Elizabeth, NJ | 14 mi | 63°F | 44°F | 3.9 in |
| Yonkers, NY | 14 mi | 61°F | 46°F | 3.9 in |
| New Rochelle, NY | 15 mi | 61°F | 46°F | 3.9 in |
Warmer places in April
Big cities with comfortable April highs between 68°F and 86°F:
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in New York in April?
In April, New York averages a high of 62°F and a low of 46°F, with 4.1 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is April a good time to visit New York?
April is cool to cold in New York, with average highs of 62°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in New York in April?
Rarely. The April snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: New York in March and New York in May. All twelve months: New York weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station New York Central Park Tower, NY, 1.4 miles from the city center.