April weather forecastDortmund, Germany
April
Weather in April
April's weather in Dortmund is marked by the unmistakable signs of spring. This month sees another notable jump in the average temperature, which starts to feel decidedly warmer and more inviting. Rainfall tends to be less than previous months, giving way to increasingly clear skies. The city is bathed in a pleasant glow as longer daylight hours and an increase in sunlight hours emphasize the springtime atmosphere. The fading signs of winter and ushering in of spring creates an inviting atmosphere, making April an ideal time for outdoor activities.Temperature
Dortmund's weather in April shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from March's frosty 9.6°C (49.3°F) to a moderate 15°C (59°F). Dortmund records a steady low-temperature average of 5.7°C (42.3°F) during April.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 72%.Rainfall
April is the month with the least rainfall in Dortmund. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Dortmund, Germany. April is the last month it regularly snows in Dortmund, Germany. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Dortmund aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.3 snowfall days, and 226mm (8.9") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in April in Dortmund is 13h and 54min.On the first day of April in Dortmund, Germany, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 20:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 20:52 CEST.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine is 8.5h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Dortmund is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In April, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average high temperature in April: 15°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.9°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 5.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.1°C).
Average pressure in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average pressure in April: 1016mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.1mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average wind speed in April: 11.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).
Average humidity in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average humidity in April: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average rainfall in April: 31mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (31mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.3 days).
Average snowfall in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average snowfall in April: 2mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (71mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in April: 8h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average sunshine days in April: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.7 days).
Average UV index in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average UV index in April: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average cloud cover in April: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in April
Dortmund, Germany
- Average visibility in April: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, October, November and December (8km).
