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San Antonio in April
What April is really like in San Antonio: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit San Antonio. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 15°C (59°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 12.8 hours of daylight. Bluebonnets in the Hill Country and Fiesta in the city make this the busiest and most festive month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 15°C (59°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 12.8 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in April
April is the 6th-warmest month in San Antonio: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 15°C (59°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 30 days. Compared with March (24°C (75°F)), April is warmer; by May highs climb to around 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 07:08
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 20:00
- Daylight
- About 12.8 hours
Spring (March–May). Warm and green, with bluebonnets, Fiesta in April and spring-break crowds; May can bring heavy storms.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 5 for crowds (the peak is April at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- Fiesta San Antonio — parades, Night in Old San Antonio and street parties (usually 11 days in April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · Alamo Heights
McNay Art Museum
The first modern art museum in Texas occupies the Spanish Colonial Revival mansion of collector Marion Koogler McNay, with a courtyard, sculpture garden and modern wing.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- Rainy day
- Couples
- Architecture
Museum · Brackenridge Park
Witte Museum
Pair it with the Japanese Tea Garden and the zoo for a full Brackenridge Park day.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
- History
Museum · Broadway
The DoSeum
San Antonio's children's museum is designed around hands-on play: a water-science area, a spy-themed maths zone, building workshops and a large outdoor play space.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
Waterfront · Downtown
San Antonio River Walk
Take a narrated river boat first to get your bearings, then walk the quieter Museum Reach to the Pearl.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Couples
- After dark
- Outdoors
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 15°C and 6 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit San Antonio?
One of the best months to visit San Antonio, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are March and October–November. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit San Antonio?
It is one of the best months to visit San Antonio. Bluebonnets in the Hill Country and Fiesta in the city make this the busiest and most festive month.
+How warm is San Antonio in April?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 15°C (59°F).
+Does it rain a lot in San Antonio in April?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.