April weather forecast
Vancouver, Canada

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The Coal Harbor, and trees of the Stanley Park, with the city of Vancouver, Canada
The Coal Harbor, and trees of the Stanley Park, with the city of Vancouver, Canada

Weather in April

April marks clear signs of spring in Vancouver, as it brings warmer temperatures and noticeably less rainfall. In this month, the city records the second-lowest snowfall of the year, just 1mm (0.04") before it ceases completely in May. Canadians exchange their winter clothing for lighter outfits as temperatures continue to rise. The prolonged daylight hours increases outdoor activity among residents, while the arrival of blooming vegetation indicates the transformation from spring to summer's heat. April's weather distinctly varies from March's wet conditions and the drying trend of May.

Temperature

The introduction of April in Vancouver, Canada, sees an average high-temperature of a fresh 10.3°C (50.5°F), hardly deviating from March. Vancouver, during April nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a frosty 6.1°C (43°F).

Humidity

In Vancouver, Canada, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Vancouver, in April, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vancouver, there are 192.4 rainfall days, and 1325mm (52.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Vancouver, Canada. April is the last month it regularly snows in Vancouver, Canada. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Vancouver aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Vancouver, Canada, there are 10.2 snowfall days, and 192mm (7.56") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In April, the average sea temperature in Vancouver is 7.1°C (44.8°F).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 7.1°C (44.8°F) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 10°C (50°F) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Vancouver is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:28 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Vancouver, the average sunshine in April is 7.9h.

UV index

In Vancouver, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Vancouver in April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Vancouver, is 10.3°C (50.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 6.1°C (43°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Vancouver?

In Vancouver, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

How many days does it rain in April in Vancouver?

In April, in Vancouver, Canada, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout April, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Vancouver?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Vancouver aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the water temperature in April in Vancouver?

In Vancouver, Canada, the average seawater temperature in April is 7.1°C (44.8°F). Swimming in 7.1°C (44.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in April in Vancouver?

The average day length in April is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Vancouver?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:28 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Vancouver?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Vancouver?

In Vancouver, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average temperature in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average high temperature in April: 10.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (1.9°C).

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Average pressure in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average pressure in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average pressure in April: 1017.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average wind speed in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average humidity in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average humidity in April: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average rainfall in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average rainfall in April: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (209mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average rainfall days in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in April: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average snowfall in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average snowfall in April: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (67mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average snowfall days in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average sea temperature in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in April: 7.1°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (6.8°C).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average sunshine days in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average UV index in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average cloud cover in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in April: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in April
Vancouver, Canada

Average visibility in April - Vancouver, Canada
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (9km).

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