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Las Vegas in April
Pool season starts, desert wildflowers bloom in wet years, and hiking is still comfortable. The sweet spot.
The straight answer
April is one of the best months of the year to visit Las Vegas. Pool season starts, desert wildflowers bloom in wet years, and hiking is still comfortable. The sweet spot.
- Weather
- Warm, highs near 78F (26C)
- Crowds
- 4 of 5
- Prices
- 4 of 5
What April is like in Las Vegas
April is the sweet spot. Highs are near 78F (26C), pool season is underway, and hiking is still comfortable in the desert parks. In wet years, desert wildflowers bloom. Crowds and prices are high, especially on weekends, so compare midweek dates.
It suits almost everyone: families, couples, hikers and pool lovers. If you want Vegas indoors and out in the same trip, this is the month. The only reason to pick another month is price, and October gives you similar weather. Weekends fill fast, so book early and compare total costs, including resort fees, not just the headline room rate.
Make the most of April
What is especially good about Las Vegas this month.
Pool season begins
Warm afternoons make the resort pools a real draw, without the extreme heat of summer.
Desert wildflowers
In wet years, wildflowers bloom around Red Rock and Valley of Fire. It depends on winter rain.
Lake Mead
Boating, beaches and hiking near Boulder City are at their best in spring.
Road trip to Zion
Zion is about two and a half hours away, and spring is a comfortable time to add it on.
What to pack for April
- Swimsuit and sandals
- Hiking shoes and a daypack
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
- A light layer for cool evenings
Our timing tip
Arrive Sunday and leave Thursday, since weekend rates in April can be double or triple midweek.
Book Las Vegas for April.
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- Hotels for April
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Vacation rentals in Las VegasWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in Las VegasTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Las Vegas for April. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
Things to do in Las Vegas
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
The 13-mile scenic drive and trails like Calico Tanks. A timed-entry reservation is required for the scenic drive in the busy season, so book ahead.
Valley of Fire State Park
Red sandstone, petroglyphs, and the Fire Wave trail. Go early; trails can close in extreme summer heat.
Hoover Dam
About 45 minutes away. The dam tour and the bypass bridge walkway are the highlights.
The Neon Museum
The boneyard of classic Vegas signs. Evening tours when the restored signs are lit are the best.
The Mob Museum
In a former federal courthouse downtown. Strong history, a working speakeasy in the basement.
Sphere
The giant LED venue near the Strip. Even if you skip a show, the exterior is worth seeing at night.
Beat the crowds
- Search the convention calendar before booking. A quiet midweek can cost a fraction of a trade-show week at the same resort.
- Arrive Sunday, leave Thursday. Weekend rates, especially Friday and Saturday, can be double or triple.
- Book Red Rock timed entry early and hike at sunrise. In spring the lots fill by mid morning on weekends.
- Resort fees and parking fees add up. Compare total cost, not headline room rates.
Know before you go
- Casinos, restaurants, and shows run all year. Big resident shows take breaks on some weeknights and for a few weeks a year, so check before you plan around one.
- Pools at many resorts close or reduce hours from roughly late fall to early spring. Heated pools stay open at some, but pool parties are a spring and summer thing.
- Desert parks restrict hiking in extreme heat. Valley of Fire has closed some trails in summer; never hike midday from June through September.
- The F1 race in November closes stretches of the Strip and adds traffic for days around race weekend.
Las Vegas in April, quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Las Vegas?
April is one of the best months of the year to visit Las Vegas. Pool season starts, desert wildflowers bloom in wet years, and hiking is still comfortable. The sweet spot.
What is the weather like in Las Vegas in April?
Warm, highs near 78F (26C).
Is Las Vegas crowded in April?
Las Vegas is busy in April, though mornings and late afternoons stay workable.
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