April weather forecast
Santander, Spain

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The Palacio de la Madalena in Santander, Spain
The Palacio de la Madalena in Santander, Spain

Weather in April

April weather in Santander indicates a definitive arrival of spring, displaying an increase in highest temperatures to reach around 14.5°C (58.1°F). The city experiences a drop in rainfall, paving the way for a more clear and sunny climate. The wind speed continues to decline staying around 15.2km/h (9.4mph), making the weather much more pleasant. With the arrival of spring, the city starts to bloom, thereby attracting tourists. Good visibility, warming temperature, and fair winds combine to make Santander a delight in April.

Temperature

Santander's weather, upon April's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still mild 14.5°C (58.1°F), nearly identical to the prior month. Nights in April in Santander showcase an average temperature of 10.9°C (51.6°F), slightly cooler than the daytime.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Santander is 76%.

Rainfall

In Santander, in April, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Santander, Spain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.9 days and collects up to 336mm (13.23") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Santander, snow does not fall in March through November.

Sea temperature

In Santander, in April, the average water temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F).
Note: Swimming in 13.8°C (56.8°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.

Daylight

In Santander, Spain, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 20:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Santander, Spain, is 7.6h.

UV index

January, February, April and November, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Santander?

The high-temperature, in April, in Santander, records 14.5°C (58.1°F), while the low-temperature is 10.9°C (51.6°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Santander?

In Santander, Spain, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How much does it rain in Santander in April?

In Santander, during April, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Santander?

In Santander, snow does not fall in March through November.

How cold is the water in April in Santander?

In April, the average sea temperature in Santander is 13.8°C (56.8°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.

How many hours of daylight does Santander have in April?

The average day length in April in Santander, Spain, is 13h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Santander?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 20:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in April in Santander?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Santander?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April and November, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Santander?

In Santander, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Santander, Spain

Average temperature in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average high temperature in April: 14.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 10.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.4°C).

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Average pressure in April
Santander, Spain

Average pressure in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average pressure in April: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and November (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Santander, Spain

Average wind speed in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average wind speed in April: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.3km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Santander, Spain

Average humidity in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and December (72%).

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Average rainfall in April
Santander, Spain

Average rainfall in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average rainfall in April: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Santander, Spain

Average rainfall days in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Santander, Spain

Average snowfall in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Santander, Spain

Average snowfall days in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Santander, Spain

Average sea temperature in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in April: 13.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (12.7°C).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Santander, Spain

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Santander, Spain

Average sunshine days in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in April
Santander, Spain

Average UV index in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Santander, Spain

Average cloud cover in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in April
Santander, Spain

Average visibility in April - Santander, Spain
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

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

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