April weather forecastSandnes, Norway

April

Weather in April

April is a frosty spring month in Sandnes, Norway, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.2°C (41.4°F) and an average high of 8°C (46.4°F).

Temperature

April's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from March's cold 4.9°C (40.8°F) to a frosty 8°C (46.4°F). In Sandnes, the April nights are characterized by an average low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F), a minor dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

In Sandnes, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sandnes, Norway, in April, during 14.7 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 210.6 rainfall days, and 1013mm (39.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sandnes are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows in Sandnes, Norway. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Sandnes aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow. Throughout the year, in Sandnes, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 115mm (4.53") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Sandnes, Norway, in April, the average water temperature is 6.4°C (43.5°F).
Note: Staying in 6.4°C (43.5°F) waters for just a few moments at 13°C (55.4°F) can be harrowing, and below 10°C (50°F) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In Sandnes, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 20:19. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 21:27 CEST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Sandnes is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Sandnes is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

In April, in Sandnes, the average high-temperature is 8°C (46.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.2°C (41.4°F).

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

In Sandnes, during April, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Sandnes aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

In April, the average sea temperature in Sandnes, Norway, is 6.4°C (43.5°F). Swimming in 6.4°C (43.5°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

The average day length in April in Sandnes is 14h and 30min.

On the first day of April in Sandnes, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 20:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 21:27 CEST.

In April, the average sunshine duration in Sandnes is 8.1h.

In Sandnes, Norway, 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
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average high temperature in April: 8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).

Average pressure in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average pressure in April: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average wind speed in April: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average rainfall in April: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (43mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average snowfall in April: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in April: 6.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.6°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in April
Sandnes, Norway

  • Average visibility in April: 10km

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