Charlotte · April
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 72°F, dipping to 50°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
72° / 50°F
Humidity
62%
Rain days
11/mo
Wind
12 mph
What April feels like in Charlotte
Sunrise
06:50
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:56
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
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 Charlotte in April
The kit for April in Charlotte: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+9° avg high
-2 rain days
Charlotte in March →
April
72°F avg high
11 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-8° avg high
-3 rain days
Charlotte in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Charlotte in April?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Charlotte in April?+
Average high 72°F, average low 50°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Charlotte?+
Compared to March (avg high 63°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 80°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Charlotte in April?+
Expect about 11 measurable rain days in April, on average.