April weather forecast
Portsmouth, RI

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Weather in April

April's temperatures in Portsmouth make a substantial leap upwards from March, making the residents relish the heartening spring weather even more. While the frequency of rainfall remains generally constant, an interesting weather pattern to note is the increased number of rainy days. However, concern lies not in the rains, as the month of May promises to rejuvenate the city through a significant drop in precipitation. The cool breeze carries the scent of blooming flowers, adding a dash of freshness to the Rhode Island air. More hours of sunlight coupled with a temperature increase marks the transition towards the warmer months of the year.

Temperature

Portsmouth's April weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from March's chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 42.1°F (5.6°C) during April nights.

Humidity

In Portsmouth, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In April, in Portsmouth, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout April, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Portsmouth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Portsmouth, snow does not fall in April, June through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of April, in Portsmouth, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Portsmouth is 8.3h.

UV index

In Portsmouth, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Portsmouth?

During April, Portsmouth experiences an average high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Portsmouth?

In Portsmouth, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How much does it rain in Portsmouth in April?

In April, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout April, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Portsmouth?

April, June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Portsmouth in April?

In April, in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Portsmouth have in April?

In April, the average day length in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, is 13h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Portsmouth?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Portsmouth?

The average sunshine duration in April in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Portsmouth?

In Portsmouth, Rhode Island, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average temperature in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average high temperature in April: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average pressure in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average wind speed in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average humidity in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

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Average rainfall in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average rainfall in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average rainfall days in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average snowfall in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average snowfall days in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average sunshine days in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average UV index in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average cloud cover in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in April
Portsmouth, RI

Average visibility in April - Portsmouth, RI
  • 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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