April weather forecast
Washington, USA

April represents a turning point in Washington's climate, bringing a palpable shift towards spring across the state. Western cities, including Bellevue and Everett, see average low temperatures climb to a more comfortable 38°F (3.3°C). Meanwhile, eastern regions like Yakima and Spokane also welcome a reprieve from winter's grip, with nighttime lows averaging between 20°F (-6.7°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

The state experiences an increase in sunny days during April, although cloudy conditions and rain showers still frequent the western part. Eastern Washington witnesses a further decline in snowfall, transitioning more fully into rain. Typical snow accumulation drops to 20" (508mm) in the east, while western areas like Olympia receive lighter rain averaging about 3" (76mm). Wind speeds continue to mellow, usually staying between 10 to 20mph (32.2km/h) (16.09 to 20mph (32.2km/h)).

Compared to March, April offers more consistent warmth and fewer instances of snow. This makes it an increasingly popular time for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing, particularly in the higher mountain lakes and streams regions. May will bring even warmer conditions and a greater number of clear, sunny days, making outdoor activities more appealing as the state moves closer to summer.

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• Seattle - April »
  In Seattle snow does not fall in April through October and December. On the first day of April in Seattle, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:39 pm.
• Spokane - April »
  In Spokane in April, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Spokane, in April, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Tacoma - April »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Tacoma are February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C). February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Tacoma.
• Vancouver - April »
  On the first day of April in Vancouver sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. In Vancouver in April, during 19.4 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bellevue - April »
  April introduces the breath of Spring to Bellevue shedding the remnants of winter while warming up to the advent of summer. In Bellevue, in April, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Kent - April »
  In Kent in April, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kent in April, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Everett - April »
  In Everett, in April, during 18.3 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Everett aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.
• Renton - April »
  In Renton, during April, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. The shift into April in Renton brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in March to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C).
• Federal Way - April »
  During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Federal Way aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Federal Way aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.
• Yakima - April »
  April in Yakima is a refreshing spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average high of 59.2°F (15.1°C). In Yakima, snow does not fall in April through August and October.
• Kirkland - April »
  In April, in Kirkland, Washington, the rain falls for 17.6 days. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Kirkland aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.
• Bellingham - April »
  In Bellingham, Washington, in April, during 16.9 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bellingham, Washington, in April, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.