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Weather in April

April brings more sunshine to Essex, coinciding with a surge in temperature. The mercury scales up to a comfortable range, prompting residents to embrace outdoor activities. Weather changes in April create a perfect environment for local flora to bloom, painting the city in a riot of colors. Increase in rainfall and longer days ensure that the landscapes stay fresh and vibrant. More sunshine and fewer clouds allow Essex residents to experience warmer and more pleasant days.

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks April, moving from March's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). April nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Essex, in April, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Essex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In April, the average ocean temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C).
Note: In 50.2°F (10.1°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

Daylight

In Essex, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Essex, records 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What are the least humid months?

March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Essex, during April, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in April?

In April, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

How cold is the water in April?

In Essex, in April, the average water temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). Swimming in 50.2°F (10.1°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Essex have in April?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Essex have in April?

In Essex, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
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Long-term
YearJFMAprilMJJASOND
Mar
April
May
Average high temperature
50.4°F 10.2°C
62.2°F 16.8°C
71.6°F 22°C
Average low temperature
36.3°F 2.4°C
46°F 7.8°C
55.8°F 13.2°C
Average pressure
30.08" 764mmHg
29.99" 762mmHg
30.01" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
9.3mph 15km/h
9.1mph 14.6km/h
7.3mph 11.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
10mph 16.1km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14.7mph 23.7km/h
14.5mph 23.3km/h
11.7mph 18.8km/h
Average humidity
73%
73%
78%
Average rainfall
0.83" 21mm
0.91" 23mm
1.22" 31mm
Average rainfall days
10.3
12.8
14.8
Average snowfall
0.43" 11mm
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
2
0.1
0
Average sea temperature
44.8°F 7.1°C
50.1°F 10.1°C
55.9°F 13.3°C
Average daylight
12h 0min
13h 2min
14h 2min
Average sunshine
6h 5min
8h 5min
8h 5min
Average sunshine days
17.7
16
13.4
Average UV index
3
4
6
Average cloud cover
46%
41%
43%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in April
Essex, MD

Average temperature in April - Essex, MD
  • Average high temperature in April: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in April
Essex, MD

Average pressure in April - Essex, 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
Essex, MD

Average wind speed in April - Essex, MD
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Essex, MD

Average humidity in April - Essex, MD
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Essex, MD

Average rainfall in April - Essex, MD
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Essex, MD

Average rainfall days in April - Essex, MD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Essex, MD

Average snowfall in April - Essex, MD
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Essex, MD

Average snowfall days in April - Essex, MD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Essex, MD

Average sea temperature in April - Essex, MD
  • Average sea temperature in April: 50.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (43.7°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Essex, MD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Essex, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Essex, MD

Average sunshine days in April - Essex, MD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Essex, MD

Average UV index in April - Essex, 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
Essex, MD

Average cloud cover in April - Essex, MD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Essex, MD

Average visibility in April - Essex, MD
  • 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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