St. Paul weather in April

April in St. Paul averages 57°F by day and 38°F at night, with 2.9 inches of precipitation and 3.5 inches of snow. It is the 7th-warmest and 6th-wettest month of the year here.

St. PaulMinnesotaPop. 306,684
Average high
57°F+15° vs March
Average low
38°F9 nights below freezing
Precipitation
2.9 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
3.5 in0 days at 90°F+

Is April a good time to visit St. Paul?

April is cool, with highs around 57°F. The most comfortable months overall are May and July to September.

On April 15 the sun rises at 6:27 am and sets at 7:57 pm, giving 13h 30m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for St. Paul in April

  • Long sleeves, a warm jacket and closed shoes
  • Waterproof boots for snow

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

April nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
St. Paul57°F38°F2.9 in
Minneapolis, MN8 mi57°F38°F2.9 in
Woodbury, MN10 mi57°F38°F2.9 in
Bloomington, MN14 mi57°F38°F2.9 in
Blaine, MN15 mi56°F32°F2.9 in
Brooklyn Park, MN15 mi57°F38°F2.9 in
Plymouth, MN18 mi57°F38°F2.9 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 St. Paul in April?

In April, St. Paul averages a high of 57°F and a low of 38°F, with 2.9 inches of precipitation and 3.5 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is April a good time to visit St. Paul?

April is cool to cold in St. Paul, with average highs of 57°F. Pack warm layers.

Does it snow in St. Paul in April?

Yes. April averages 3.5 inches of snow.

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

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Minneapolis/St Paul Airport, MN, 8.4 miles from the city center.