April weather forecast
Gettysburg, PA

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The iconic and unifying Pennsylvania monument in a vast green field with neat grounds and green trees in the city of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
The iconic and unifying Pennsylvania monument in a vast green field with neat grounds and green trees in the city of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Weather in April

April's arrival brings growing daylight hours and an end to the winter season in Gettysburg. There is a noticeable change in the weather patterns including reduced snowfall, with just 0.08" (2mm) recorded on average. More rainfall can be expected as April sees the onset of increasingly wet conditions. While springtime in Gettysburg remains cool, the increase in sunshine hours and relative humidity create a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere. Winds begin to lose their winter intensity during this month.

Temperature

Gettysburg's transition into April sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in March to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). Throughout April, the average low-temperature in Gettysburg dips to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

April and July, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In April, in Gettysburg, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout April, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gettysburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125 days and collects up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Gettysburg aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gettysburg, there are 20.9 snowfall days, and 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Gettysburg is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of April, in Gettysburg, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in April is 8.4h.

UV index

In Gettysburg, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During April, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gettysburg in April?

In Gettysburg, 61°F (16.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.9°F (5.5°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the least humid month in Gettysburg?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and July, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in April in Gettysburg?

In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.

How many days does it rain in April in Gettysburg?

In April, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout April, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Gettysburg?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Gettysburg aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

In April, the average day length in Gettysburg is 13h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Gettysburg?

On the first day of April in Gettysburg, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gettysburg have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Gettysburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average temperature in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in April: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average pressure in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average wind speed in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in April: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average humidity in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average rainfall in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average rainfall days in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average snowfall in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average snowfall days in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average sunshine days in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average UV index in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average cloud cover in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in April
Gettysburg, PA

Average visibility in April - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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