April weather forecast
Preston, United Kingdom

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Weather in April

April continues Preston's ascend to warmth by boosting the daytime temperatures to 11.8°C (53.2°F) on average. As the temperature escalates, weather patterns indicate a break in rainfall with decreased averages at 27mm (1.06"). The longer daylight hours are a significant indicator of the city nearing summer months, with a perceptible increase in hours of sunshine. In terms of wind behaviour, Preston witnesses the slowest max wind speed at 16.6km/h (10.3mph) in April presenting a break from the biting gusts. With the city blossoming in spring, Preston adorns an enchanting aura that's embraced by residents and visitors alike.

Temperature

April's arrival in Preston coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from March's chilly 8.7°C (47.7°F) to a cool 11.8°C (53.2°F). The month of April records an average low-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Humidity

April is the least humid month in Preston, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall in Preston. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Preston aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. Throughout the year, in Preston, there are 8.7 snowfall days, and 68mm (2.68") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Preston, United Kingdom, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:40 pm BST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are April and May, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Preston, United Kingdom, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During April, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Preston?

The high-temperature, in April, in Preston, records 11.8°C (53.2°F), while the low-temperature is 4.7°C (40.5°F).

What is the least humid month in Preston?

April is the least humid month in Preston, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in April in Preston?

The average relative humidity in April in Preston is 80%.

What is the driest month in Preston?

April is the month with the least rainfall in Preston. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Preston in April?

In April, in Preston, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout April, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Preston?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Preston, United Kingdom. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Preston aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow.

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

In Preston, United Kingdom, the average day length in April is 14h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Preston?

On the first day of April in Preston, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:40 pm BST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Preston?

The months with the most sunshine in Preston, United Kingdom, are April and May, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in April in Preston?

In Preston, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in April in Preston?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Preston is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average temperature in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in April: 11.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.7°C).

Average pressure in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average pressure in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in April: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in April: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average humidity in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in April: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in April: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average UV index in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

Average cloud cover in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in April: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in April
Preston, United Kingdom

Average visibility in April - Preston, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

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

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