Seattle · April
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 57°F, low 42°F. Humidity averages 77% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
57° / 42°F
Humidity
77%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
12 mph
What April feels like in Seattle
Sunrise
06:19
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:59
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Seattle in April
The kit for April in Seattle: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+5° avg high
-1 rain days
Seattle in March →
April
57°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-8° avg high
+4 rain days
Seattle in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Seattle in April?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Seattle in April?+
Average high 57°F, average low 42°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Seattle?+
Compared to March (avg high 52°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 64°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Seattle in April?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in April, on average.