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Hiking boots for San Francisco in April

Verdict

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Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.

Why

San Francisco in April averages highs of 64°F, lows of 50°F, 7 rainy days.

That climate makes hiking boots a judgment call. Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.

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