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Glacier in April

Verdict: Excellent — April ranks 2 of 12 here

January: Tough February: Good March: Good April: Excellent May: Excellent June: Excellent July: Good August: Good September: Good October: Excellent November: Good December: Tough April — this page
Excellent Good Tough Sunburst marks the sweet spot

April is an excellent month at Glacier — it ranks 2nd of the twelve here. Expect about 94% fewer visitors than July, the park's peak — 45,417 visits on average. Days run around 53°F by afternoon and 31°F at night, with 13.6 hours of daylight.

April against the park's best

Month Verdict Avg. visits vs. peak High Low Snow Daylight
April (this page) Excellent 45,417 −94% 53°F 31°F 3.1" 13.6 h
May (best) Excellent 202,281 −73% 64°F 39°F 0.5" 15.2 h
July (peak crowds) Good 761,346 peak 80°F 50°F 0" 15.7 h

Weather figures are for the West Glacier area — the W Glacier station. Visits are 2021–2025 averages; climate normals cover 1991–2020. Conditions vary across the park; check current status before you go.

Common questions

Is April a good time to visit Glacier?

Yes — it is one of the best months of the year here. April ranks 2 of 12 at Glacier on crowds, weather, daylight, and access together.

How crowded is Glacier in April?

About 45,417 recreation visits on average — 94% below July, the park's peak.

How warm is Glacier in April?

Average highs around 53°F and lows around 31°F at the W Glacier station, with about 3 inches of snow across the month.

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