San Francisco weather in April
April in San Francisco averages 63°F by day and 50°F at night, with 1.6 inches of precipitation. It is the 8th-warmest and 6th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 63°F+1° vs March
- Average low
- 50°F0 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 1.6 in4 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.0 in0 days at 90°F+
Is April a good time to visit San Francisco?
Yes. April is one of the most comfortable months in San Francisco by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are March to November.
Get outside in San Francisco in April
April is made for being outside. Try Golden Gate Park, Presidio of San Francisco, Coit Tower, San Francisco Zoo. All things to do in San Francisco.
On April 15 the sun rises at 6:34 am and sets at 7:45 pm, giving 13h 11m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for San Francisco in April
- T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
April nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 63°F | 50°F | 1.6 in | |
| Daly City, CA | 5 mi | 60°F | 49°F | 1.4 in |
| Alameda, CA | 10 mi | 66°F | 49°F | 1.4 in |
| Oakland, CA | 10 mi | 67°F | 50°F | 1.4 in |
| Berkeley, CA | 10 mi | 67°F | 47°F | 1.8 in |
| Richmond, CA | 12 mi | 67°F | 49°F | 1.6 in |
| San Leandro, CA | 16 mi | 67°F | 50°F | 1.2 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in San Francisco in April?
In April, San Francisco averages a high of 63°F and a low of 50°F, with 1.6 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is April a good time to visit San Francisco?
Yes. April is one of San Francisco's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.
Does it snow in San Francisco in April?
Rarely. The April snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: San Francisco in March and San Francisco in May. All twelve months: San Francisco weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station San Francisco Downtown, CA, 0.5 miles from the city center; snowfall from San Francisco Oceanside, CA.