April weather forecastRichmond, Canada
April
Weather in April
By the time April arrives in Richmond, the city is transitioning fully into spring, leaving behind the last vestiges of winter. The climate witnesses considerable growth, the temperature peaking as high as 10.8°C (51.4°F) on average. This growth is accompanied by a reduction in total rainfall from 107mm (4.21"). As the weather warms up, the snowfall chances drastically decrease to an insignificant 4mm (0.16") over 0.4 days on average. The increase in daylight and sunshine hours is more pronounced, providing splendid weather conditions suitable for outdoor activities.Temperature
As Richmond transitions into April, the average high-temperature stands at a fresh 10.8°C (51.4°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. During the month of April, the nighttime temperature in Richmond falls to an average of 4.9°C (40.8°F).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity in Richmond is 80%.Rainfall
In Richmond, in April, during 20.4 rainfall days, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richmond, there are 199.4 rainfall days, and 1439mm (56.65") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Richmond aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow. Throughout the year, in Richmond, there are 13.9 snowfall days, and 293mm (11.54") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Richmond, in April, the average water temperature is 7.1°C (44.8°F).Note: It is advised against swimming in 7.1°C (44.8°F) when it drops below 10°C (50°F). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.
Daylight
In April, the average length of the day in Richmond, Canada, is 13h and 46min.On the first day of April in Richmond, Canada, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:28 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In Richmond, the average sunshine in April is 7.7h.UV index
In Richmond, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Average temperature in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average high temperature in April: 10.8°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.1°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 4.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (0.8°C).
Average pressure in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average pressure in April: 1017.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.8mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average wind speed in April: 8.4km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and November (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).
Average humidity in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average humidity in April: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).
Average rainfall in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average rainfall in April: 107mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (222mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (28mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average rainfall days in April: 20.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average snowfall in April: 4mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (98mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in April
Richmond, 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).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 48min
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 42min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average sunshine days in April: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.8 days).
Average UV index in April
Richmond, 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).
Average cloud cover in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average cloud cover in April: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in April
Richmond, Canada
- Average visibility in April: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).
