April weather forecast
Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Weather in April

April transitions into full-fledged summer in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with climbing temperatures and increasing sunshine hours. As summer progresses, rainfall becomes more prevalent, remaining a consistent characteristic throughout the season. The daylight hours continue to lengthen, leading to longer evenings and more outdoor activities. Despite the increasing temperatures, the humidity in April does not significantly jump up from March's percentage. The sea temperature scales up, making for great beach days in Fort Lauderdale's coastal areas.

Temperature

The advent of April in Fort Lauderdale presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.7°F (26.5°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Fort Lauderdale's nocturnal April readings average at a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout April, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 179 rainfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In April, the average ocean temperature is 78.6°F (25.9°C).
Note: For activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are perceived as particularly pleasant and satisfying for prolonged periods without feeling uneasy.

Daylight

In Fort Lauderdale, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Lauderdale, the average sunshine in April is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! Sand and water surfaces make the Sun's UV rays more potent.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

During April, Fort Lauderdale experiences an average high-temperature of 79.7°F (26.5°C) and a low-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 71%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout April, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in April?

In Fort Lauderdale, the average seawater temperature in April is 78.6°F (25.9°C). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Fort Lauderdale, the average day length in April is 12h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Lauderdale have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average temperature in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average high temperature in April: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (73°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 73°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (82°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (64.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average pressure in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average pressure in April: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average wind speed in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average humidity in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average humidity in April: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average rainfall in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average rainfall days in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average sea temperature in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average sea temperature in April: 78.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (74.2°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average sunshine days in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average UV index in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average cloud cover in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in April
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average visibility in April - Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 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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