April weather forecast
Portales, NM

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Silhouette windmill images on a small hill in Portales in NM, below the colorful yellow, orange, and grey sunset sky
Silhouette windmill images on a small hill in Portales in NM, below the colorful yellow, orange, and grey sunset sky

Weather in April

April in Portales, New Mexico brings warmer temperatures, ranging from 47.7°F (8.7°C) to 72.3°F (22.4°C), offering ideal conditions for outdoor excursions. Nature brims with energy, as the longer sunshine hours spur the growth and development of vegetation. Despite the increase in temperature, April maintains an average rainfall amount similar to March, though the rains are somewhat less frequent. The wind also picks up its pace, resulting in breezier evenings. It is one month out of the year where the city experiences the epitome of spring weather.

Temperature

April brings a slight rise in Portales's average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in March to a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C). April nights present a sharp contrast to daytime highs, with average temperatures of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

April is the least humid month in Portales, with an average relative humidity of 34%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout April, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.6 rainfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Portales, New Mexico, are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows in Portales. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Portales aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Portales, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:37 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 11.2h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Portales is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Portales in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Portales, is 72.3°F (22.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the least humid month in Portales?

With an average relative humidity of 34%, April is the least humid month in Portales, New Mexico.

What is the average humidity in April in Portales?

In Portales, the average relative humidity in April is 34%.

How many days does it rain in April in Portales?

In Portales, during April, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Portales?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Portales, New Mexico. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Portales aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Portales?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Portales?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:37 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Portales?

In Portales, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in April is 11.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Portales?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Portales is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Portales, NM

Average temperature in April - Portales, NM
  • Average high temperature in April: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in April
Portales, NM

Average pressure in April - Portales, NM
  • Average pressure in April: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Portales, NM

Average wind speed in April - Portales, NM
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in April
Portales, NM

Average humidity in April - Portales, NM
  • Average humidity in April: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

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Average rainfall in April
Portales, NM

Average rainfall in April - Portales, NM
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in April
Portales, NM

Average rainfall days in April - Portales, NM
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Portales, NM

Average snowfall in April - Portales, NM
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.39"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Portales, NM

Average snowfall days in April - Portales, NM
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Portales, NM

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Portales, NM
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Portales, NM

Average sunshine days in April - Portales, NM
  • Average sunshine days in April: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

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Average UV index in April
Portales, NM

Average UV index in April - Portales, NM
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Portales, NM

Average cloud cover in April - Portales, NM
  • Average cloud cover in April: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in April
Portales, NM

Average visibility in April - Portales, NM
  • 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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