April weather forecast
Metairie, LA

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Weather in April

By the time April commences, Metairie witnesses heightened thermal readings. The region prepares to embrace the bracing warmth of summer, with temperature highs pushing the mercury closer to the 80°F (26.7°C) mark. Relative humidity remains consistent, and frequent April showers contribute to the moist atmosphere. It should be noted that the UV index begins to scale up during this period, cautioning the necessity for adequate sun protection. Of particular interest, the pressure in April averages 30in - a bit lower than the preceding months.

Temperature

Metairie's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of April, moving from a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) in March to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). During April, the nighttime temperature averages of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Metairie, during April, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout April, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Metairie have in April?

The average day length in April is 12h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Metairie, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Metairie, LA

Average temperature in April - Metairie, LA
  • Average high temperature in April: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Metairie, LA

Average pressure in April - Metairie, LA
  • Average pressure in April: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Metairie, LA

Average wind speed in April - Metairie, LA
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Metairie, LA

Average humidity in April - Metairie, LA
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Metairie, LA

Average rainfall in April - Metairie, LA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.39").

Average rainfall days in April
Metairie, LA

Average rainfall days in April - Metairie, LA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Metairie, LA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Metairie, LA
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Metairie, LA

Average sunshine days in April - Metairie, LA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Metairie, LA

Average UV index in April - Metairie, LA
  • 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 December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Metairie, LA

Average cloud cover in April - Metairie, LA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in April
Metairie, LA

Average visibility in April - Metairie, LA
  • 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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