Mobile in April
April weather, activities, events & insider tips
April Weather in Mobile
Is April Right for You?
Advantages
- Azalea Trail Festival season - Mobile's signature spring celebration with historic home tours and garden displays at peak bloom from early to mid-April
- Perfect weather for outdoor activities with comfortable temperatures averaging 18°C (65°F) - ideal for walking historic districts without summer's oppressive heat and humidity
- Shoulder season pricing for accommodations runs 30-40% lower than summer peak rates, with downtown hotels typically ฿2,800-4,200 ($80-120) versus summer rates of ฿4,200-5,600 ($120-160)
- Gulf Coast seafood is at seasonal peak - blue crab season opens and spring shrimp runs provide restaurants with the freshest local catch
Considerations
- Rain showers occur on 10 days throughout the month, typically lasting 1-2 hours in late afternoon or evening, which can disrupt outdoor festival events
- Azalea Trail weekend (usually second weekend of April) brings crowds of 100,000+ visitors, making downtown parking scarce and restaurant waits extend to 45-60 minutes
- Pollen counts peak in mid-April reaching 'very high' levels (8.0-12.0 grains per cubic meter), challenging for visitors with seasonal allergies
Best Activities in April
Historic District Walking Tours
April's mild 18°C (65°F) temperatures make this the perfect month for exploring Mobile's antebellum mansions and oak-lined streets. Many historic homes open exclusively for Azalea Trail season with guided tours showcasing spring garden displays. The comfortable weather means you can easily walk the 2.4 km (1.5 mile) historic district loop without the summer heat that makes afternoon walking unbearable.
Gulf Shores Beach Excursions
While still too cool for extended swimming at 19°C (66°F) water temperature, April offers perfect beach weather for walking, shelling, and coastal activities without summer's crushing heat. The 45-minute drive to Gulf Shores provides ideal conditions for beach combing and sunset viewing with minimal crowds before tourist season begins.
Mobile Bay Kayaking Tours
April's calm weather conditions with minimal wind make it ideal for paddling Mobile Bay's protected waters. Water temperature reaches 18°C (64°F) and morning fog often creates dramatic photography conditions. Spring bird migration is active with over 150 species visible along the Eastern Shore wetlands.
Downtown Food and Brewery Tours
April's pleasant evening temperatures create perfect conditions for walking food tours through Mobile's downtown districts. Local restaurants feature spring seafood menus highlighting fresh Gulf shrimp and blue crab. The comfortable weather means outdoor seating at downtown breweries is available without summer's oppressive humidity.
Fort Morgan Historical Tours
The Civil War fort becomes accessible in April as temperatures make the 1.6 km (1 mile) fort grounds comfortable to explore. Spring weather provides clear views across Mobile Bay to Mobile Point. April timing avoids summer's intense heat that makes the exposed fort grounds nearly unbearable by midday.
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
April's moderate temperatures make exploring the massive WWII battleship comfortable before summer heat makes the metal decks and interior spaces uncomfortably hot. The ship's extensive tour route covers 1.2 km (0.75 miles) of walking across multiple levels. Clear April weather provides excellent photography conditions on the flight deck.
April Events & Festivals
Azalea Trail Festival
Mobile's premier spring celebration featuring guided tours of antebellum mansions, blooming azalea gardens, and the famous Azalea Trail Maids in antebellum gowns. Over 35 historic homes open exclusively for this event with spring gardens at peak bloom.
Historic Mobile Tours of Homes and Gardens
Month-long series of self-guided and docent-led tours through Mobile's historic districts, timed to coincide with peak azalea and camellia blooms. Features private gardens normally closed to public access.