Kansas City in April
Great time to visit
April marks KC's awakening from winter's coma. The city shakes off the cold and people actually want to be outside again.
Weather
April finally delivers on spring's promises most days. Temperatures settle into comfortable ranges with pleasant breezes, though you'll still get the occasional surprise storm. Rain comes in proper spring showers rather than winter's angry spitting.
20°C high8°C low9 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$105/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Fiesta Hispana
- •Earth Day celebrations
- •Opening Day for Kansas City Royals
April Tips
- •Perfect weather for exploring the Country Club Plaza's outdoor shopping
- •Baseball season starts—Kauffman Stadium is gorgeous in spring
- •Book weekend restaurant reservations as locals emerge from winter hibernation
All Months
April through June gives you perfect weather — 70s during the day, cool evenings, everything blooming. September and October deliver similar conditions with fall colors along the Missouri River bluffs. Summer turns brutal with 90-degree heat and humidity that makes you question life choices. The Plaza lights up for Christmas starting Thanksgiving weekend — worth seeing but expect crowds and $20 parking. Winter brings ice storms that shut down the city. Seriously, don't underestimate Midwest weather. Spring can flip from 40 to 80 degrees in a day. Pack layers. Baseball season runs April through September at Kauffman Stadium — one of the prettiest ballparks in America. Football season brings Chiefs mania to Arrowhead Stadium, but tickets cost more than your mortgage. Book hotels early during playoff runs.
Kansas City Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
6/10
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