Crater Lake National Park in April
In April, Crater Lake National Park averages a high of 40°F and a low of 23°F, with 6.2 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 48.7 inches of snowfall. About 15,000 people visit, the 7th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 13 hours 20 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 40° / 23°F
- Precipitation
- 6.2in
- Snow
- 48.7in
- Daylight
- 13h 20m
- Visitors
- 15,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: June (moderate), August (very busy) and September (moderate).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Chiloquin 12 NW (fort Klamath), OR at 4,180 ft averages a April high of 57°F and a low of 28°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Crater Lake Nps HQ, OR, 3.3 miles from the park's center, 6,485 ft. Second station lower down: Chiloquin 12 NW (fort Klamath), OR, 4,180 ft, 18.1 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in April
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood National Park | 59° / 43° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | 50° / 28° | Quiet | Cool |
| Fort Vancouver National Historic Site | 61° / 42° | Busy | Mild |
| Mount Rainier National Park | 40° / 26° | Quiet | Cool |
| Point Reyes National Seashore | 57° / 46° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Crater Lake National Park on nps.gov
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