April weather forecast
Port Townsend, WA

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Victorian design houses from an old age along the beach on a hilly spot overlooking the sea, in Port Townsend, Washington
Victorian design houses from an old age along the beach on a hilly spot overlooking the sea, in Port Townsend, Washington

Weather in April

April sees a bigger leap in temperatures, heralding the full onset of spring with average highs of 52.3°F (11.3°C). The landscape of Port Townsend transforms with blossoming trees and blooming flowers, as the city embraces the milder weather. Frequent rain showers punctuate the month, lending a damp charm and ensuring the flourishing greenery remains lush. The weather in April can surely be described as a refreshing breather from the winter chills.

Temperature

April records an average high-temperature of a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. The average temperature during April nights dips to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In Port Townsend, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Port Townsend, in April, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Port Townsend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.3 days and collects up to 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Port Townsend aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Port Townsend, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.8 days and aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

January, February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Dipping into 45.1°F (7.3°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:23 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Port Townsend, the average sunshine in April is 8.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during April are 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 79%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Port Townsend, in April, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Port Townsend?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Port Townsend aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

When is the ocean coldest?

January, February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Port Townsend.

What is the ocean temperature in April?

In Port Townsend, the average seawater temperature in April is 45.1°F (7.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), 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 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Port Townsend have in April?

In Port Townsend, the average day length in April is 13h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:23 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Port Townsend, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average temperature in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average high temperature in April: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (37.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average pressure in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average pressure in April: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average wind speed in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average humidity in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average humidity in April: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average rainfall in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average rainfall days in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average snowfall in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average snowfall days in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average sea temperature in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average sea temperature in April: 45.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average sunshine days in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average UV index in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average cloud cover in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in April
Port Townsend, WA

Average visibility in April - Port Townsend, WA
  • 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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