April weather forecast
Edmonton, Canada

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The Saskatchewan River below the James Macdonald Bridge, with a distant view of Edmonton City, Canada
The Saskatchewan River below the James Macdonald Bridge, with a distant view of Edmonton City, Canada

Weather in April

April marks the beginning of Edmonton's transition from the harsh winter to the more gentle spring season. Snowfall becomes considerably less frequent, replaced by a rising trend of rainfall. The advent of longer daylight hours imbues Edmonton with a discernible touch of vibrancy. Aprillian weather efficacy gets validated by a temperature that never falls lower than -0.9°C (30.4°F), signifying an imminent lessening of winter's impact.

Temperature

April is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from a freezing cold -1.6°C (29.1°F) in March to a chilly 7.4°C (45.3°F). Edmonton's nights in April cool down to an average low-temperature of -0.9°C (30.4°F).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Edmonton, in April, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 108 rainfall days, and 338mm (13.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Edmonton, during April, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of snow. Throughout the year, in Edmonton, there are 72.7 snowfall days, and 539mm (21.22") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of April, in Edmonton, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:03 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Edmonton, Canada, is 7.1h.

UV index

In Edmonton, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Edmonton?

In April, in Edmonton, the average high-temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F), and the average low-temperature is -0.9°C (30.4°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Edmonton?

In April, the average relative humidity in Edmonton is 77%.

How many days does it rain in April in Edmonton?

In Edmonton, in April, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Edmonton in April?

In Edmonton, Canada, in April, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 88mm (3.46") of snow.

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

In Edmonton, the average day length in April is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Edmonton?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:03 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Edmonton have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Edmonton is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Edmonton?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Edmonton, Canada, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average temperature in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average high temperature in April: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: -0.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.1°C).

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Average pressure in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average pressure in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average pressure in April: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average wind speed in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.8km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average humidity in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (60%).

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Average rainfall in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average rainfall in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average rainfall in April: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average rainfall days in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average snowfall in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average snowfall in April: 88mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (90mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average snowfall days in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in April: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average sunshine days in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average UV index in April - Edmonton, 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 and March (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average cloud cover in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in April: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in April
Edmonton, Canada

Average visibility in April - Edmonton, Canada
  • Average visibility in April: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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