April weather forecast
Charleston, WV

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The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water
The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water

Weather in April

April in Charleston furthers the spring weather with significant rises in temperature, more sunshine hours, and increased rainfall. Residents see a remarkable jump in temperatures, with averages hovering in the mid-60s°F. Spring blooms are further encouraged by the 3.11" (79mm) of average monthly rainfall. The city also enjoys more sunshine hours, fostering pleasant and bright days. Thus, April is a season of bloom, warmth, and increased daylight.

Temperature

Charleston in April experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from March's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C). In the month of April, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, during April, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Charleston, in April, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Charleston, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Charleston, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

In Charleston, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and a low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Charleston, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

How many days does it rain in April in Charleston?

In April, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout April, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Charleston, in April, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Charleston have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Charleston?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Charleston, WV

Average temperature in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average high temperature in April: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Charleston, WV

Average pressure in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Charleston, WV

Average wind speed in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in April
Charleston, WV

Average humidity in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in April
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall days in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall days in April: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in April
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall days in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Charleston, WV

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Charleston, WV

Average sunshine days in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Charleston, WV

Average UV index in April - Charleston, WV
  • 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
Charleston, WV

Average cloud cover in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in April
Charleston, WV

Average visibility in April - Charleston, WV
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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