Seattle weather in April

April in Seattle averages 59°F by day and 43°F at night, with 3.0 inches of precipitation. It is the 7th-warmest and 7th-wettest month of the year here.

SeattleWashingtonPop. 784,777
Average high
59°F+5° vs March
Average low
43°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.0 in9 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in0 days at 90°F+

Is April a good time to visit Seattle?

April is cool, with highs around 59°F. The most comfortable months overall are May to September.

On April 15 the sun rises at 6:20 am and sets at 7:59 pm, giving 13h 39m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Seattle 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

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Seattle59°F43°F3.0 in
Bellevue, WA8 mi59°F43°F3.0 in
Kirkland, WA8 mi59°F43°F3.0 in
Redmond, WA11 mi59°F43°F3.0 in
Renton, WA12 mi59°F43°F3.2 in
Kent, WA17 mi59°F43°F3.2 in
Federal Way, WA20 mi59°F43°F3.2 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 Seattle in April?

In April, Seattle averages a high of 59°F and a low of 43°F, with 3.0 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is April a good time to visit Seattle?

April is cool to cold in Seattle, with average highs of 59°F. Pack warm layers.

Does it snow in Seattle in April?

Rarely. The April snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Seattle in March and Seattle in May. All twelve months: Seattle weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Seattle Sand Pt WSFO, WA, 6.6 miles from the city center.