April weather forecast
Portage, ME

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Weather in April

April in Portage, Maine, is a frosty spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of April signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in March to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) throughout April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 86%.

Rainfall

In Portage, during April, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Portage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Portage, in April, during 10.3 snowfall days, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Portage, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.7 days and aggregates up to 69.17" (1757mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Portage is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is April cold?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Portage, is 43.9°F (6.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Portage, the average relative humidity in April is 86%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Portage, during April, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Portage, in April, during 10.3 snowfall days, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Portage have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Portage have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Portage, ME

Average temperature in April - Portage, ME
  • Average high temperature in April: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Portage, ME

Average pressure in April - Portage, ME
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Portage, ME

Average wind speed in April - Portage, ME
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Portage, ME

Average humidity in April - Portage, ME
  • Average humidity in April: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Portage, ME

Average rainfall in April - Portage, ME
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in April
Portage, ME

Average rainfall days in April - Portage, ME
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Portage, ME

Average snowfall in April - Portage, ME
  • Average snowfall in April: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Portage, ME

Average snowfall days in April - Portage, ME
  • Average snowfall days in April: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Portage, ME
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Portage, ME

Average sunshine days in April - Portage, ME
  • Average sunshine days in April: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Portage, ME

Average UV index in April - Portage, ME
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Portage, ME

Average cloud cover in April - Portage, ME
  • Average cloud cover in April: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in April
Portage, ME

Average visibility in April - Portage, ME
  • Average visibility in April: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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