April weather forecast
Biddeford, ME

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Weather in April

April embraces a warmer ambiance with a notable decrease in snowfall in Biddeford. Spring flowers start to bloom as the temperature reaches an average high nearing 50°F (10°C), escalating from the cooler March weather. Showers frequent the city, sparking the adage "April showers bring May flowers". Longer hours of daylight bring more sunshine elevating the city spirit. With the arrival of May, further uplifting in weather conditions is expected.

Temperature

The start of April signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 39°F (3.9°C) in March to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). During the month of April, an average temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In Biddeford, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In Biddeford, during April, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Biddeford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.9 days and collects up to 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Biddeford, Maine, in April, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Biddeford, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.7 days and aggregates up to 18.94" (481mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

During April, Biddeford experiences an average high-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Biddeford, in April, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Biddeford in April?

In Biddeford, in April, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Biddeford, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Biddeford, ME

Average temperature in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average high temperature in April: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Biddeford, ME

Average pressure in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Biddeford, ME

Average wind speed in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Biddeford, ME

Average humidity in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Biddeford, ME

Average rainfall in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in April
Biddeford, ME

Average rainfall days in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Biddeford, ME

Average snowfall in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Biddeford, ME

Average snowfall days in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Biddeford, ME

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Biddeford, ME

Average sunshine days in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Biddeford, ME

Average UV index in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Biddeford, ME

Average cloud cover in April - Biddeford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in April: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Biddeford, ME

Average visibility in April - Biddeford, ME
  • 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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