April weather forecast
South Tampa, FL

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Weather in April

April, the same as March, is another warm spring month in South Tampa, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and an average high of 82.4°F (28°C).

Temperature

As South Tampa enters April, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) of March to a still warm 82.4°F (28°C). An average temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) is recorded during the nights in April.

Heat index

April's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In South Tampa, the average relative humidity in April is 71%.

Rainfall

In South Tampa, Florida, in April, during 11.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in South Tampa, Florida, is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during April leads to these instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during April?

In South Tampa, 82.4°F (28°C) is the average high-temperature and 65.1°F (18.4°C) is the average low-temperature during April. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in April is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In South Tampa, the average relative humidity in April is 71%.

How much does it rain in April?

In South Tampa, in April, during 11.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 12h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Tampa have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In South Tampa, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
South Tampa, FL

Average temperature in April - South Tampa, FL
  • Average high temperature in April: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 65.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (52.3°F).

Average pressure in April
South Tampa, FL

Average pressure in April - South Tampa, FL
  • Average pressure in April: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
South Tampa, FL

Average wind speed in April - South Tampa, FL
  • Average wind speed in April: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in April
South Tampa, FL

Average humidity in April - South Tampa, FL
  • Average humidity in April: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and May (70%).

Average rainfall in April
South Tampa, FL

Average rainfall in April - South Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.35").

Average rainfall days in April
South Tampa, FL

Average rainfall days in April - South Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
South Tampa, FL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in April
South Tampa, FL

Average sunshine days in April - South Tampa, FL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.5 days).

Average UV index in April
South Tampa, FL

Average UV index in April - South Tampa, 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 month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in April
South Tampa, FL

Average cloud cover in April - South Tampa, FL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in April
South Tampa, FL

Average visibility in April - South Tampa, 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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