April · Canada
Best time to visit Prince Rupert in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Prince Rupert in April
Average temperature 6°C, 120 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.1/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 120 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Prince Rupert scores 6.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 6°C, 120 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Prince Rupert faces the Inside Passage with misty fjords, salmon runs, and ferry links deeper into coastal BC.
April in Prince Rupert — middling scores, decent value
Expect 6°C (42°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
120 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.1/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Prince Rupert — 2.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Prince Rupert in April?
- In April, Prince Rupert averages 6°C, 120 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Prince Rupert?
- April earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Prince Rupert in April?
- Expect about 120 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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