Contents
- Weather in April
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in April
- Average pressure in April
- Average wind speed in April
- Average humidity in April
- Average rainfall in April
- Average rainfall days in April
- Average snowfall in April
- Average snowfall days in April
- Average daylight in April
- Average sunshine in April
- Average sunshine days in April
- Average UV index in April
- Average cloud cover in April
- Average visibility in April
Weather in April
Temperature
The start of April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in March to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). The nighttime temperature in Amherst, during April, averages of 46.6°F (8.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 74%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are April and May, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Amherst. April is the last month it regularly snows in Amherst. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Amherst aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Amherst, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.1 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 13h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April in Amherst is 9.1h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in April in Amherst?
What is the average humidity in April in Amherst?
What is the wettest month in Amherst?
How many days does it rain in April in Amherst?
What is the last month it snows in Amherst?
How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in April?
When are sunrise and sunset in April in Amherst?
How long on average sun shines in April in Amherst?
What is the UV index reading in April in Amherst?
Average temperature in April
Amherst, VA
- Average high temperature in April: 67.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in April
Amherst, VA
- Average pressure in April: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Amherst, VA
- Average wind speed in April: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in April
Amherst, VA
- Average humidity in April: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in April
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall in April: 3.07"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in April
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall days in April: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in April
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall in April: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Amherst, VA
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in April
Amherst, VA
- Average sunshine days in April: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in April
Amherst, VA
- Average UV index in April: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Amherst, VA
- Average cloud cover in April: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in April
Amherst, VA
- 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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