Cape Cod · SpringMonth summary
Cape Cod weather in April
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
41°F – 52°F
🌧 Rainy days
39% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.3/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Cape Cod in April?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Cape Cod in April is possible but July offers a score of 8.3/10 vs 5.0.
By trip type
Cape Cod in April by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in April
Spring marks the start of the good season in Cape Cod. Temperatures rise (11°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 39% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 28°F | 39°F | 36% | 0.2in | 7.6h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 30°F | 41°F | 39% | 0.1in | 8.1h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 36°F | 45°F | 35% | 0.2in | 9.7h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 41°F | 52°F | 39% | 0.1in | 10.6h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 50°F | 61°F | 42% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 61°F | 72°F | 33% | 0.1in | 13.3h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 68°F | 79°F | 31% | 0.1in | 13.0h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 68°F | 77°F | 28% | 0.1in | 12.7h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 63°F | 72°F | 34% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ October | 54°F | 63°F | 34% | 0.2in | 9.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ November | 41°F | 52°F | 30% | 0.1in | 8.5h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 34°F | 43°F | 36% | 0.2in | 7.1h | 4.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In April, Cape Cod averages 52°F, 39% rainy days and 10.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.0/10.
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Comparison
April vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +15°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -8%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Cape Cod in April
Is April a good time to visit Cape Cod?
April is not recommended for Cape Cod (score 5.0/10). With 39% rainy days and 10.6h of sunshine, consider July (8.3/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Cape Cod in April?
It's cool with 52°F daytime and 41°F at night. 10.6h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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