April weather forecast
Bel Air, MD

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Weather in April

April experiences a further elevation in temperatures. This month sees an appreciable shift in the town's weather from a brisk winter to a vibrant spring. The prevalence of sunshine increases, encouraging blooming of flowers and budburst of trees. Snowfall virtually becomes obsolete in April, paving the way for rainfall. Being a period of transition, sometimes temperature fluctuation can bring hailstorms, though they are not common.

Temperature

Bel Air, Maryland, in April experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from March's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) is noted during the month of April.

Humidity

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout April, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bel Air, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bel Air, in April, snow falls for 0.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Bel Air, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bel Air, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of April, in Bel Air, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bel Air, the average sunshine in April is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during April morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during April are 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, April is the least humid month in Bel Air.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April in Bel Air is 74%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Bel Air, Maryland, during April, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April in Bel Air?

In Bel Air, in April, snow falls for 0.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bel Air have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Bel Air, MD

Average temperature in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average high temperature in April: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Bel Air, MD

Average pressure in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Bel Air, MD

Average wind speed in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Bel Air, MD

Average humidity in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in April
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall days in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall days in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Bel Air, MD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Bel Air, MD

Average sunshine days in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Bel Air, MD

Average UV index in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Bel Air, MD

Average cloud cover in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Bel Air, MD

Average visibility in April - Bel Air, MD
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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