Philadelphia · April
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 63°F, low 44°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
63° / 44°F
Humidity
64%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
13 mph
What April feels like in Philadelphia
Sunrise
06:22
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:39
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 Philadelphia in April
The kit for April in Philadelphia: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+11° avg high
+1 rain days
Philadelphia in March →
April
63°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-10° avg high
-1 rain days
Philadelphia in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Philadelphia in April?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Philadelphia in April?+
Average high 63°F, average low 44°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Philadelphia?+
Compared to March (avg high 52°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 73°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Philadelphia in April?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in April, on average.