April weather forecast
Fairfield, CT

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Weather in April

April marks the arrival of Spring in Fairfield, Connecticut, as the frosty grip of winter relaxes and the warmer temperatures of March continue to rise. Evenings are less biting, and the greenery starts to exhibit the vigor of the changing seasons. The landscape becomes progressively colorful as the city basks in increased sunshine. The increasing temperatures see a welcome dip in snowfall to just 0.08" (2mm) on average. As April concludes, there's an unmistakable transition towards milder weather leading into May.

Temperature

Fairfield, Connecticut, sees an increase in average high-temperatures during April, moving from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in March to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). During April, the average low-temperature is recorded at a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Fairfield, Connecticut, are April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, during April, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 37.76" (959mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows in Fairfield. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Fairfield aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fairfield, there are 24.9 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Fairfield is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Fairfield, the average sunshine in April is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairfield in April?

In Fairfield, 54.7°F (12.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.2°F (6.2°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What are the least humid months in Fairfield?

April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Fairfield, Connecticut.

What is the average humidity in April in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

How many days does it rain in April in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, Connecticut, during April, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Fairfield?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Fairfield. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Fairfield aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

In Fairfield, Connecticut, the average day length in April is 13h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Fairfield?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairfield, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Fairfield, CT

Average temperature in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Fairfield, CT

Average pressure in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Fairfield, CT

Average wind speed in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Fairfield, CT

Average humidity in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.48").

Average rainfall days in April
Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall days in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall days in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fairfield, CT

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Fairfield, CT

Average sunshine days in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Fairfield, CT

Average UV index in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Fairfield, CT

Average cloud cover in April - Fairfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Fairfield, CT

Average visibility in April - Fairfield, CT
  • 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).

Fairfield, Connecticut, USA

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