April · Australia
Best time to visit Alice Springs in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Alice Springs in April
Average temperature 21°C, 10 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 40% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.7/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 10 mm
- Humidity
- 40%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Alice Springs scores 9.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 21°C, 10 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Alice Springs sits between the MacDonnell ranges in Australia's red centre, base for Uluru trips.
April: the best month of the year in Alice Springs
April averages 21°C (69°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rain is a non-issue at 10 mm for the month, with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight to work with.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Alice Springs at 9.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Alice Springs in April?
- In April, Alice Springs averages 21°C, 10 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.7/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Alice Springs?
- April earns a 9.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Alice Springs in April?
- Expect about 10 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 40% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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