April weather forecast
Shelton, CT

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Weather in April

April marks the full onset of spring in Shelton, Connecticut. Temperatures witness a remarkable elevation, with highs averaging 55.4°F (13°C) and lows at 41.5°F (5.3°C). The city receives the minimal snowfall of only 0.2" (5mm) in this month, rendering it nearly snow free. The floral bloom turns the city into a colourful palette, and local inhabitants shake off their winter wear to embrace the warmth of the sun. The heartbeat of the city quickens, and life maintains a brisk pace.

Temperature

In Shelton, the onset of April comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from March's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). Shelton experiences an average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) in the month of April.

Humidity

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Shelton, in April, during 15.3 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 36.26" (921mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in April, Shelton aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.3 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 21min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Shelton is 8.4h.

UV index

In Shelton, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shelton in April?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, April is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How many days does it rain in April?

In Shelton, in April, during 15.3 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in April, Shelton aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shelton have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April in Shelton, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelton have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Shelton, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Shelton, CT

Average temperature in April - Shelton, CT
  • Average high temperature in April: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Shelton, CT

Average pressure in April - Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT

Average wind speed in April - Shelton, CT
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Shelton, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Shelton, CT

Average rainfall in April - Shelton, CT
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in April
Shelton, CT

Average rainfall days in April - Shelton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Shelton, CT

Average snowfall in April - Shelton, CT
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Shelton, CT

Average snowfall days in April - Shelton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Shelton, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Shelton, CT

Average sunshine days in April - Shelton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Shelton, CT

Average UV index in April - Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Shelton, CT

Average visibility in April - Shelton, 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).

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