April weather forecast
California, USA

April continues the progression of spring in California, leading to more pleasant and temperate conditions throughout the state. Coastal areas such as Los Angeles and San Francisco experience a further warming, with temperatures ranging from 55°F (12.8°C) to 65°F (18.3°C). This warming is even more pronounced compared to March, and residents start to enjoy more outdoor activities.

In the Sierra Nevada mountains and other inland regions, April sees a continued reduction in snowfall. Temperatures in areas like Mammoth Lakes average between 25°F (-3.9°C) to 35°F (1.7°C), a further increase from March. Snowfall becomes less common, and signs of spring become more apparent as the landscape begins to thaw.

In desert regions such as Death Valley, April heralds a significant increase in temperatures. The weather becomes noticeably warmer compared to March, though nights may still be cooler. This transitional month provides a pleasant climate before the intense heat of summer.

Rainfall in April continues to decrease across the state. While occasional showers might occur, particularly in northern parts, April generally sees less precipitation than previous months. The trend of western mountain slopes receiving more rain than the eastern parts remains consistent.

Comparing April to March, California witnesses a marked transition towards warmer weather, particularly in coastal and desert regions. Snow recedes in the inland and mountainous areas, and rainfall becomes less common. Overall, the weather in April signals the full emergence of spring, with temperatures rising across the state and conditions becoming more conducive for outdoor activities.

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• Los Angeles - April »
  In Los Angeles during April, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Los Angeles's weather, upon April's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C), nearly identical to the prior month.
• San Francisco - April »
  The months with the coldest seawater in San Francisco, California, are April through June, with an average ocean temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C). The months with the coldest seawater in San Francisco are April through June, with an average ocean temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).
• San Diego - April »
  In April, in San Diego the rain falls for 6.2 days. In San Diego, in April, the average water temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C).
• San Jose - April »
  On the last day of April, in San Jose sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:56 pm PDT. On the first day of April in San Jose, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 pm.
• Sacramento - April »
  In Sacramento during April, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. On the last day of April, in Sacramento, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:56 pm PDT.
• Fresno - April »
  In Fresno in April, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. With the weather consistently improving, April becomes an ideal month for outdoor pursuits and exploration in Fresno, California.
• Long Beach - April »
  In Long Beach, California, in April, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. April's advent in Long Beach denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) from March's 66.4°F (19.1°C).
• Oakland - April »
  April through June, with an average ocean temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Oakland, California. On the last day of April, in Oakland sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm PDT.
• Bakersfield - April »
  In Bakersfield, in April, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bakersfield, in April, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Anaheim - April »
  In Anaheim, during April, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. In Anaheim, in April, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Santa Ana - April »
  In Santa Ana in April, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. April in Santa Ana is characterized by a noticeable shift in the weather pattern, with temperature and daylight hours increasing, indicating the onset of summer.
• Riverside - April »
  In Riverside, California, during April, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Riverside records an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in April, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month.