April weather forecast
Heriot, New Zealand

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Heriot, New Zealand, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 7.7°C (45.9°F) and 13.6°C (56.5°F).

Temperature

In April, Heriot's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 13.6°C (56.5°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Heriot experiences an average low-temperature of 7.7°C (45.9°F) in month of April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In April, in Heriot, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout April, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Heriot, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189 days and collects up to 513mm (20.2") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Heriot, snow does not fall in January through April, June, October through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 7:32 pm NZDT. On the last day of April, in Heriot, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:41 pm NZST.
Note: On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZST to NZDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in April translates into these instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Heriot in April?
In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 13.6°C (56.5°F) and 7.7°C (45.9°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in April in Heriot?
In April, the average relative humidity in Heriot, New Zealand, is 80%.
How much does it rain in Heriot in April?
In Heriot, in April, during 16.3 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Heriot?
January through April, June, October through December are months without snowfall.
Does it snow in Heriot in April?
In Heriot, New Zealand, in April, it doesn't snow. In May, it regularly snows.
What is the average length of the day in April in Heriot?
In April, the average day length is 10h and 48min.
When are sunrise and sunset in April in Heriot?
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 7:32 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:41 pm NZST.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Heriot?
On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Heriot, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am.
How long on average sun shines in April in Heriot?
In Heriot, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in April is 6.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Heriot?
The months with the lowest UV index in Heriot are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
How high is the UV index in April in Heriot?
In Heriot, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average temperature in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in April: 13.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (8.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 7.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average pressure in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in April: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average wind speed in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in April: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average humidity in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average rainfall in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in April: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).

Average snowfall in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average snowfall in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in April: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average UV index in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in April: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in April - Heriot, New Zealand
Average visibility in April
Heriot, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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