April weather forecast
Breckenridge, CO

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The hilly forest slopes overlooking the vast mountain ranges of Breckenridge in Colorado
The hilly forest slopes overlooking the vast mountain ranges of Breckenridge in Colorado

Weather in April

As April steps in, Breckenridge marches towards more noticeable spring-like conditions. The gradual but continued rise in temperatures is now more perceptible, coinciding with the start of shrub and flower budding. With longer daylight hours than previous months, the city receives more sunshine allowing for more outdoor amenities. Rainfall becomes the most prevalent form of precipitation, while snowfall lessens. Although warmer, nighttime temperatures can drop to 13.5°F (-10.3°C), indicating that vestiges of the winter chill linger on.

Temperature

Breckenridge marks the onset of April with an average high-temperature of an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C), a subtle shift from March's 28.8°F (-1.8°C). During the month of April, the temperature in Breckenridge falls to an average of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Breckenridge, in April, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Breckenridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.4 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Breckenridge, Colorado, are January through December. In Breckenridge, Colorado, in April, snow falls for 22.8 days, with typically accumulated 19.41" (493mm) of snow. In Breckenridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 158 days and aggregates up to 118.82" (3018mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Breckenridge is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Breckenridge, Colorado, the average sunshine in April is 8.3h.

UV index

In Breckenridge, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During April, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Breckenridge in April?

In Breckenridge, in April, the average high-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Breckenridge?

The average relative humidity in April in Breckenridge is 84%.

How much does it rain in Breckenridge in April?

In April, in Breckenridge, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout April, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Breckenridge?

In Breckenridge, during April, snow falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 19.41" (493mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Breckenridge have in April?

The average day length in April in Breckenridge is 13h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Breckenridge?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:57 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Breckenridge?

In Breckenridge, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in April in Breckenridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Breckenridge, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average temperature in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average high temperature in April: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (0.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average pressure in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average wind speed in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average humidity in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average humidity in April: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

Average rainfall in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average rainfall in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average rainfall days in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average snowfall in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average snowfall in April: 19.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (19.69").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.24").

Average snowfall days in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average snowfall days in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 22.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (22.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • 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: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average sunshine days in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average UV index in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average cloud cover in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in April
Breckenridge, CO

Average visibility in April - Breckenridge, CO
  • Average visibility in April: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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