April · United States
Best time to visit Monterey in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Monterey in April
Average temperature 12°C, 17 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.4/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 17 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Monterey scores 9.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 12°C, 17 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Monterey's aquarium, Cannery Row and coastal trail anchor California's central coast.
April in Monterey — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)
April averages 12°C (53°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 17 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 daylight hours.
A 9.4/10 puts this among the year's best months in Monterey (3rd of 12); only June scores higher, at 9.5/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for 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 Monterey in April?
- In April, Monterey averages 12°C, 17 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Monterey?
- April earns a 9.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Monterey in April?
- Expect about 17 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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