April weather forecast
Halifax, Canada

Weather in April

April in Halifax, Canada, is a chilly spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.8°C (44.2°F) and 1.6°C (34.9°F).

Temperature

In Halifax, the average high-temperature in April slightly increases from a cold 2.4°C (36.3°F) in March to a chilly 6.8°C (44.2°F). In Halifax, in April, the average low-temperature is 1.6°C (34.9°F).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Halifax is 81%.

Rainfall

In Halifax, during 14.8 rainfall days, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 861mm (33.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Halifax, Canada, are January through May, November and December. In Halifax, Canada, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 50mm (1.97") of snow. Throughout the year, in Halifax, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Halifax, the average water temperature is 2.8°C (37°F).
Note: For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

Daylight

In Halifax, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:17 pm ADT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in April in Halifax?

In Halifax, in April, the average high-temperature is 6.8°C (44.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.6°C (34.9°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Halifax?

In Halifax, Canada, the average relative humidity in April is 81%.

How many days does it rain in April in Halifax?

In Halifax, Canada, in April, during 14.8 rainfall days, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Halifax?

In Halifax, in April, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 50mm (1.97") of snow.

What is the sea temperature in April in Halifax?

In Halifax, in April, the average water temperature is 2.8°C (37°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Halifax have in April?

In Halifax, the average day length in April is 13h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Halifax?

On the first day of April in Halifax, Canada, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:17 pm ADT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Halifax?

In Halifax, the average sunshine duration in April is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in April in Halifax?

In Halifax, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Halifax, Canada

Average temperature in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average high temperature in April: 6.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-5.5°C).

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Average pressure in April
Halifax, Canada

Average pressure in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average pressure in April: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Halifax, Canada

Average wind speed in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average wind speed in April: 18.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Halifax, Canada

Average humidity in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average humidity in April: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

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Average rainfall in April
Halifax, Canada

Average rainfall in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average rainfall in April: 86mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (38mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Halifax, Canada

Average rainfall days in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Halifax, Canada

Average snowfall in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average snowfall in April: 50mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (113mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Halifax, Canada

Average snowfall days in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Halifax, Canada

Average sea temperature in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in April: 2.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 31min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 31min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 53min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Halifax, Canada

Average sunshine days in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Halifax, Canada

Average UV index in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Halifax, Canada

Average cloud cover in April - Halifax, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in April: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in April
Halifax, Canada

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

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

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