April · United States
Best time to visit Washington DC in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Washington DC in April
Average temperature 13°C, 80 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.1/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 80 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Washington DC scores 8.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 13°C, 80 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The National Mall lines up the Capitol, Smithsonian museums, and memorials within a walkable core.
April holds up well in Washington DC — 4th best month
Temperatures hover around 13°C (56°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 80 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Washington DC in April?
- In April, Washington DC averages 13°C, 80 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Washington DC?
- April earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Washington DC in April?
- Expect about 80 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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