April · United States
Best time to visit Monument Valley in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Monument Valley in April
Average temperature 12°C, 5 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 37% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.8/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 5 mm
- Humidity
- 37%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Monument Valley scores 9.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 12°C, 5 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Monument Valley's buttes and mesas define the American Southwest-Navajo-guided drives on a cinematic desert stage. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
April in Monument Valley — the year's strongest window
April averages 12°C (53°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 5 mm for the month, with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight to work with.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Monument Valley at 9.8/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, 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 Monument Valley in April?
- In April, Monument Valley averages 12°C, 5 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Monument Valley?
- April earns a 9.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Monument Valley in April?
- Expect about 5 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 37% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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