April · Canada
Best time to visit Edmonton in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Edmonton in April
Average temperature 4°C, 32 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
7.8/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 32 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Edmonton scores 7.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 4°C, 32 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Edmonton's river valley parkland and a huge mall sit at the edge of the Canadian prairies.
April in Edmonton — reliably good (6th best month)
Expect 4°C (39°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 32 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.7 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 7.8/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Edmonton in April?
- In April, Edmonton averages 4°C, 32 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Edmonton?
- April earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Edmonton in April?
- Expect about 32 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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