April weather forecast
Dauphin Island, AL

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The scenic Dauphin Island in Alabama
The scenic Dauphin Island in Alabama

Weather in April

With April's arrival, the weather in Dauphin Island, Alabama leans towards warmer temperatures, signifying the full onset of the spring season. Rainfall levels remain quite steady, creating grounds for stimulating flora around the island. The steady sea breeze from the Gulf that averages 9.3mph (15km/h) offers a delightful compensation for the gradually increasing heat. The flat landscape of Dauphin Island also allows residents and visitors to marvel at the extended daylight that April brings. To summarize, April carries the freshness of spring with a growing warmth that sows the seeds for the approaching summer.

Temperature

April's onset in Dauphin Island brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in March to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). During April, an average low-temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In Dauphin Island, in April, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dauphin Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 45.94" (1167mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Dauphin Island.

Ocean temperature

In Dauphin Island, the average seawater temperature in April is 71.1°F (21.7°C).
Note: Swimming in 71.1°F (21.7°C) is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in April interprets into the following advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Heads up! UV intensity is amplified by reflections from water and sand.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Dauphin Island, is 74.8°F (23.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 63.3°F (17.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Dauphin Island, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.

How many days does it rain in April in Dauphin Island?

In Dauphin Island, in April, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Dauphin Island, snow does not fall in February through December.

What is the ocean temperature in April?

In April, the average ocean temperature is 71.1°F (21.7°C). For most, swimming in 71.1°F (21.7°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 12h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dauphin Island have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average temperature in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average high temperature in April: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 63.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average pressure in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average pressure in April: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average wind speed in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average humidity in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average rainfall in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average rainfall days in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average snowfall in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average snowfall days in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average sea temperature in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average sea temperature in April: 71.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.7°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average sunshine days in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average UV index in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average cloud cover in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in April
Dauphin Island, AL

Average visibility in April - Dauphin Island, AL
  • 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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