April in Houston is like the city just remembered it’s allowed to have nice weather. The cold is (mostly) behind us, the sun’s clocking in more hours, and people are finally leaving their houses again without four different layers and a backup jacket.
This is the month where Houston says, “Hey, let’s enjoy the outdoors before summer shows up with its 100% humidity and no-chill attitude.”
Temps You’ll Love (As Long As You Like It Warm)
Houston in April hits that sweet spot. Most days you’re looking at highs in the upper 70s to low 80s — warm enough for shorts and sandals, but not yet so hot that you feel like you’re melting just walking to your car. Nights cool down into the low 60s, which honestly feels dreamy if you’ve been dealing with the winter gloom.
It’s that perfect “leave the windows open” weather… until the pollen kicks in (bless those of you with allergies).
The Sun Is Back, and We’re Not Taking It for Granted
After months of short, gray days, we’re finally seeing a solid 7 hours of sunshine each day. By the end of April, we’re pushing 13 hours of daylight — which means actual time to enjoy a post-work walk, backyard hangout, or a spontaneous sunset drive.
You can practically feel the city waking up — parks get busier, patios fill up, and everyone’s mood lifts about three notches.
Don’t Be Fooled, Though — The Rain’s Still Here
Of course, this is still spring in Texas, which means rain isn’t out of the picture. We’re talking around 4 inches spread across a handful of days. It’s usually not all-day storms, but those quick, moody showers that pop up out of nowhere. So yeah, you might want to keep an umbrella handy.
The upside? It keeps things green and gives your garden a reason to show off.
Winds Picking Up Just Enough to Notice
April tends to be Houston’s windiest month, but don’t worry — we’re not talking hurricane gusts. Just a nice breeze around 9 mph that takes the edge off the warmer days and keeps the air from feeling stagnant.
If you’re into biking, jogging, or just watching the trees do their little dance, it’s kind of lovely.
April Energy Is Real — And We’re Here for It
This time of year feels alive. The festivals are starting up, people are hanging out at Hermann Park, and it’s socially acceptable to spend half your weekend at a food truck rally.
Whether you’re checking out the art scene, catching a performance, or just grabbing tacos with friends, April weather makes all of it better.
