April weather forecast
Ponchatoula, LA

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Weather in April

April in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

As March transitions into April, Ponchatoula notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). Ponchatoula, during the month of April, experiences an average low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

In Ponchatoula, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ponchatoula, in April, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ponchatoula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Ponchatoula is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in April translates into these instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

In Ponchatoula, 78.4°F (25.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 58.6°F (14.8°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Ponchatoula, in April, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 12h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Ponchatoula, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average temperature in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average high temperature in April: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Ponchatoula, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average wind speed in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average humidity in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average rainfall in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average rainfall days in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average snowfall in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average snowfall days in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average sunshine days in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average UV index in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average cloud cover in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in April
Ponchatoula, LA

Average visibility in April - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, July and September (5mi).

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