April weather forecast
New Bedford, MA

Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts
Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts

Weather in April

April in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is a fresh spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

In April, the average high-temperature rises from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in March to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). In New Bedford, Massachusetts, in April, the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout April, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, there are 133.2 rainfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Bedford are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in April, New Bedford aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in New Bedford, there are 21.4 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In New Bedford, the average seawater temperature in April is 43.9°F (6.6°C).
Note: Swimming in 43.9°F (6.6°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

In New Bedford, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in New Bedford is 8.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in New Bedford is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in April interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. 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 New Bedford?

The average high-temperature, in April, in New Bedford, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What are the least humid months in New Bedford?

March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in New Bedford.

What is the average humidity in April in New Bedford?

The average relative humidity in April in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, in April, during 13 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in New Bedford?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in April, New Bedford aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in April in New Bedford?

In April, the average ocean temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in April in New Bedford?

In April, the average day length in New Bedford is 13h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in New Bedford?

On the first day of April in New Bedford, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in New Bedford?

The average sunshine duration in April in New Bedford is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in New Bedford?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
New Bedford, MA

Average temperature in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average high temperature in April: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in April
New Bedford, MA

Average pressure in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
New Bedford, MA

Average wind speed in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in April
New Bedford, MA

Average humidity in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in April
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in April
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall days in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in April
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall days in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
New Bedford, MA

Average sea temperature in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average sea temperature in April: 44°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
New Bedford, MA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in April
New Bedford, MA

Average sunshine days in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in April
New Bedford, MA

Average UV index in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
New Bedford, MA

Average cloud cover in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in April
New Bedford, MA

Average visibility in April - New Bedford, MA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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