April weather forecast
Salinas, CA

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Weather in April

As spring finds its footing, April in Salinas experiences a dip in rainfall with notably fewer downpours. The daylight hours extend to touch 13.2 hours, and the familiar cloud cover has reduced to 27%. With temperatures dancing subtly between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C), the weather remains relatively constant. While humidity ticks up to 74%, visibility remains unaffected at a common 6 miles. Cities like Salinas in California retain charm due to the mesmeric weather conditions and mild climate.

Temperature

Welcoming April, Salinas notes an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C), nearly consistent with March's 61°F (16.1°C). Salinas reports a consistent average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) throughout April nights.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout April, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 57.8 rainfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Salinas, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:54 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Salinas, the average sunshine in April is 10.4h.

UV index

In Salinas, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during April leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

Salinas in April has an average high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Salinas, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Salinas, in April, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Salinas, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:54 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 10.4h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Salinas, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Salinas, CA

Average temperature in April - Salinas, CA
  • Average high temperature in April: 63.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (44.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Salinas, CA

Average pressure in April - Salinas, CA
  • Average pressure in April: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Salinas, CA

Average wind speed in April - Salinas, CA
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in April
Salinas, CA

Average humidity in April - Salinas, CA
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in April
Salinas, CA

Average rainfall in April - Salinas, CA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in April
Salinas, CA

Average rainfall days in April - Salinas, CA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Salinas, CA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Salinas, CA

Average sunshine days in April - Salinas, CA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Salinas, CA

Average UV index in April - Salinas, CA
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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

Average cloud cover in April
Salinas, CA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in April
Salinas, CA

Average visibility in April - Salinas, 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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