April weather forecast
Helena, AL

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Weather in April

Helena steps into full-swing spring in April, characterized by blossoming flora and fauna around the city. The rapid heat up comes as no surprise with a high temperature peaking at 73.9°F (23.3°C). Longer and sunnier days make this month perfectly suited for all sorts of outdoor activities. Although showers can be expected sometimes, they are usually short-lived. Undeniably, April truly enjoys the essence of spring with pleasant weather and blooming nature.

Temperature

The start of April in Helena brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from March's comfortable 64.4°F (18°C) to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). Helena anticipates an average minimum temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) in the month of April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Helena, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.6h.

UV index

In Helena, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and a low-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Helena, in April, during 13.5 rainfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Helena, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in April?

In April, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Helena, the average day length in April is 13h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Helena?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Helena, AL

Average temperature in April - Helena, AL
  • Average high temperature in April: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in April
Helena, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Helena, AL

Average wind speed in April - Helena, AL
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in April
Helena, AL

Average humidity in April - Helena, AL
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Helena, AL

Average rainfall in April - Helena, AL
  • Average rainfall in April: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.36").

Average rainfall days in April
Helena, AL

Average rainfall days in April - Helena, AL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Helena, AL

Average snowfall in April - Helena, AL
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Helena, AL

Average snowfall days in April - Helena, AL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Helena, AL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Helena, AL
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Helena, AL

Average sunshine days in April - Helena, AL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Helena, AL

Average UV index in April - Helena, AL
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Helena, AL

Average cloud cover in April - Helena, AL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Helena, AL

Average visibility in April - Helena, 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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