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Savannah in April
What April is really like in Savannah: 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 Savannah. Expect average highs of 26°C (79°F), lows of 13°C (55°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 12.9 hours of daylight. Warm and dry with long evenings; one of the best months but busy on weekends.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 26°C (79°F) / 13°C (55°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 12.9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 20°C (68°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the 6th-warmest month in Savannah: days average 26°C (79°F) against a yearly average high of 25°C (77°F), and nights fall to about 13°C (55°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 30 days. Compared with March (22°C (72°F)), April is warmer; by May highs climb to around 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 06:55
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 19:53
- Daylight
- About 12.9 hours
- Sea
- 20°C (68°F)
Spring (March–May). Azaleas and dogwoods in the squares, warm days and major festivals; book early around St. Patrick's Day.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 5 for crowds (the peak is March at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in March). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- Savannah Music Festival continues (usually into 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.
Gallery · North Historic District
SCAD Museum of Art
The Savannah College of Art and Design's museum occupies restored 1850s railway buildings on Turner Boulevard, joined to a slim modern wing.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Rainy day
- Architecture
Museum · North Historic District
Georgia State Railroad Museum
Combine it with the Savannah History Museum and the Battlefield Memorial Park across the street.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- History
- Rainy day
Museum · Pin Point
Pin Point Heritage Museum
In a former oyster and crab cannery on the marsh south of the city, this museum tells the story of Pin Point, a Gullah Geechee community founded by freed people after the Civil War.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Off the beaten path
- Nature
Park · Victorian District and Forsyth Park
Forsyth Park
Walk down Bull Street through Chippewa, Madison and Monterey squares to reach the fountain; it is the classic Savannah route.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 26°C, lows near 13°C and 6 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Savannah?
One of the best months to visit Savannah, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are March, May and October–November. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Savannah?
It is one of the best months to visit Savannah. Warm and dry with long evenings; one of the best months but busy on weekends.
+How warm is Savannah in April?
Average highs are around 26°C (79°F) and lows around 13°C (55°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Savannah in April?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.