April weather forecastEssen, Germany
April
Weather in April
April welcomes the full bloom of spring in Essen, characterized by warmer days and a marked decrease in humidity. The city witnesses a stark absence of snowfall, indicating a full transition away from the winter season. Greenery starts to sprout around the city as the lengthening daylight hours and higher temperatures encourage growth. Despite the increase in rain, the visibility remains stable throughout the month, reflecting the city's well-drained terrain.Temperature
With the onset of April, Essen's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from March's frosty 9.9°C (49.8°F) to a refreshing 15.3°C (59.5°F). An average low-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F) is noted during the nights in April.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April in Essen, Germany, is 72%.Rainfall
April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Essen, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day in Essen, Germany, is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 20:05. On the last day of April, in Essen, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:53 CEST.
Sunshine
In Essen, the average sunshine in April is 8.4h.UV index
In Essen, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Essen, Germany
- Average high temperature in April: 15.3°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 6.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°C).
Average pressure in April
Essen, Germany
- Average pressure in April: 1016mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Essen, Germany
- Average wind speed in April: 12km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in April
Essen, Germany
- Average humidity in April: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in April
Essen, Germany
- Average rainfall in April: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (6mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Essen, Germany
- Average rainfall days in April: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in April
Essen, Germany
- Average snowfall in April: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in April
Essen, Germany
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Essen, Germany
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in April: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in April
Essen, Germany
- Average sunshine days in April: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (15.8 days).
Average UV index in April
Essen, Germany
- Average UV index in April: 4
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
Essen, Germany
- Average cloud cover in April: 41
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
Essen, Germany
- 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).
