April weather forecast
Richmond, CA

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Richmond and Golden Gate residential districts as split by the scenic natural park
Richmond and Golden Gate residential districts as split by the scenic natural park

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is another comfortable spring month in Richmond, California, with an average temperature varying between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

April's weather records an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C), showing little deviation from March. In April, Richmond reports a consistent average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Richmond is 71%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, during April, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 64.5 days and collects up to 5.98" (152mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

April through June, with an average ocean temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Richmond.
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 53.1°F (11.7°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Richmond is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of April, in Richmond, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:59 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Richmond, the average sunshine in April is 10.3h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Richmond in April?

In Richmond, in April, the average high-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Richmond?

In Richmond, California, the average relative humidity in April is 71%.

How much does it rain in Richmond in April?

In Richmond, during April, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

What months are the ocean coldest in Richmond?

April through June, with an average ocean temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

How cold is the water in April in Richmond?

In Richmond, the average seawater temperature in April is 53.1°F (11.7°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.

What is the average length of the day in April in Richmond?

The average day length in April in Richmond is 13h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Richmond?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:59 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond have in April?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in Richmond?

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Richmond, California.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Richmond?

In Richmond, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Richmond, CA

Average temperature in April - Richmond, CA
  • Average high temperature in April: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Richmond, CA

Average pressure in April - Richmond, CA
  • Average pressure in April: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Richmond, CA

Average wind speed in April - Richmond, CA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Richmond, CA

Average humidity in April - Richmond, CA
  • Average humidity in April: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in April
Richmond, CA

Average rainfall in April - Richmond, CA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0.08").

Average rainfall days in April
Richmond, CA

Average rainfall days in April - Richmond, CA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Richmond, CA

Average sea temperature in April - Richmond, CA
  • Average sea temperature in April: 53°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (57.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are April and June (53°F).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Richmond, CA
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Richmond, CA

Average sunshine days in April - Richmond, CA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Richmond, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Richmond, CA

Average cloud cover in April - Richmond, CA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in April
Richmond, CA

Average visibility in April - Richmond, 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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