April weather forecastStavanger, Norway

April weather for Stavanger, Norway: In Stavanger, during April, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Stavanger aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

April

Weather in April

April in Stavanger comes with spring but offers no noticeable respite from rainfall. The increase in temperature, however, gives the city some warmth that could be soothing compared to the cooler months of March. Dwarfing the snowfall of March, April sees practically no snow, hence, accentuating the spring atmosphere. Daylight hours stretch dramatically, allowing more time for outdoor activities. Characteristically, April marks a dip in rainfall to 44mm (1.73"), offering the driest month of the year.

Temperature

With the start of April in Stavanger, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from March's icy 4.9°C (40.8°F) to a frosty 8°C (46.4°F). Stavanger observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of 5.2°C (41.4°F) during the nights of April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In Stavanger, during April, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. In Stavanger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.4 days and collects up to 1002mm (39.45") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Sea temperature

In Stavanger, the average seawater temperature in April is 6.4°C (43.5°F).
Note: Navigating the 6.4°C (43.5°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

In Stavanger, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 20:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 21:27 CEST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Stavanger, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

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

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

In Stavanger, in April, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In Stavanger, Norway, the average seawater temperature in April is 6.4°C (43.5°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), 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 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

The average day length in April is 14h and 31min.

On the first day of April in Stavanger, Norway, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 20:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 21:27 CEST.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, Norway

  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 30min

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

  • 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, Norway

  • Average visibility in April: 10km

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