If you're looking for a destination with great weather in April, look no more – Sacramento is a perfect choice. Expect average maximum temperatures of +73°F and plenty of sunshine, with around 15 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 43 mm of precipitation over an average of 8 rainy days. So, pack your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
43 mm
Total precipitation
61%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Sacramento has great weather in April.
Average temperature in Sacramento in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Sacramento for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +73°F with a maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +39°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 39% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +86°F.
Is Sacramento warm or cold in April?
Sacramento is typically warm in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +66°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +46°F to +48°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Sacramento:
Climate in Sacramento in April
Sacramento weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+66°F
+73°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+32°F
+32°F
+39°F
Max. temperature
+86°F
+95°F
+106°F
Rainfall
96 mm
43 mm
23 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
69%
61%
55%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
13
15
20
Cloudy days
6
7
6
Rainy days
12
8
5
Snowy days
0
0
0
April often has better weather than March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +66°F to +73°F during the day.As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 96 mm to 43 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 69% to 61%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 13 to 15.
May brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Sacramento in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Sacramento is gradually increasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Sacramento based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 8 mm, with a 7% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain.Sacramento is amazing in April with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Sacramento wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 112 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Sacramento?
This is the weather in Sacramento in April 2023:
1 April
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+66°F
2 April
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+66°F
3 April
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+61°F
4 April
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+58°F
5 April
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+63°F
6 April
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+67°F
7 April
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+65°F
8 April
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+68°F
9 April
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+74°F
10 April
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+79°F
11 April
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+79°F
12 April
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+72°F
13 April
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+68°F
14 April
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+70°F
15 April
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+71°F
16 April
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+70°F
17 April
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+69°F
18 April
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+63°F
19 April
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+64°F
20 April
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+72°F
21 April
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+82°F
22 April
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+83°F
23 April
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+84°F
24 April
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+83°F
25 April
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+84°F
26 April
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+87°F
27 April
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+90°F
28 April
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+90°F
29 April
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+90°F
30 April
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+86°F
In April 2023 Sacramento had 28 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 60%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 17%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Sacramento climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Sacramento in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+72°F) and the highest in 2014 (+78°F). The driest year was 2013 with only 192 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 1202 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sacramento in April:
Is April a good time to visit Sacramento?
Yes, April is a great time to go to Sacramento, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Sacramento.
Can you sunbathe in Sacramento in April?
April is warm in Sacramento. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Sacramento rainy in April?
Sacramento is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Sacramento in April?
The amount of sunny days in Sacramento during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Sacramento, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.