Colorado Springs · April
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 60°F, low 32°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
60° / 32°F
Humidity
48%
Rain days
11/mo
Wind
13 mph
What April feels like in Colorado Springs
Sunrise
06:21
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:36
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Often the warmest few hours of a cold day. If you can only run once, midday gives you the most temperate window.
Evening
Cold drops back in fast after sunset. Tight window — done before headlamp territory.
What to wear running in Colorado Springs in April
The kit for April in Colorado Springs: cold-weather layers, gloves, and ear coverage on most mornings.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+8° avg high
+2 rain days
Colorado Springs in March →
April
60°F avg high
11 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-8° avg high
-5 rain days
Colorado Springs in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Colorado Springs in April?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Colorado Springs in April?+
Average high 60°F, average low 32°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Colorado Springs?+
Compared to March (avg high 52°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 67°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Colorado Springs in April?+
Expect about 11 measurable rain days in April, on average.