April weather forecast
Chico, CA

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Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California
Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California

Weather in April

April is an enjoyable spring month in Chico, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of April signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) in March to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Chico dips to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) on average during April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 62%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout April, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.7 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Chico, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:01 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

The high-temperature during April is 67.6°F (19.8°C) and the low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout April, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Chico, snow does not fall in January through November.

How many hours of daylight does Chico have in April?

In Chico, the average day length in April is 13h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Chico?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:01 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Chico, the average sunshine duration in April is 10.3h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Chico, CA

Average temperature in April - Chico, CA
  • Average high temperature in April: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39°F).

Average pressure in April
Chico, CA

Average pressure in April - Chico, CA
  • Average pressure in April: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Chico, CA

Average wind speed in April - Chico, CA
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Chico, CA

Average humidity in April - Chico, CA
  • Average humidity in April: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (32%).

Average rainfall in April
Chico, CA

Average rainfall in April - Chico, CA
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in April
Chico, CA

Average rainfall days in April - Chico, CA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Chico, CA

Average snowfall in April - Chico, CA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in April
Chico, CA

Average snowfall days in April - Chico, CA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Chico, CA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Chico, CA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Chico, CA

Average sunshine days in April - Chico, CA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Chico, CA

Average UV index in April - Chico, CA
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Chico, CA

Average cloud cover in April - Chico, CA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in April
Chico, CA

Average visibility in April - Chico, CA
  • 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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