April weather forecast
Kensington Heights, MD

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Weather in April

April is a comfortable spring month in Kensington Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

April's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from March's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C). During April, an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Kensington Heights, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

Rainfall

In Kensington Heights, in April, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kensington Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Kensington Heights aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Kensington Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.1 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kensington Heights, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Kensington Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Kensington Heights, is 64.2°F (17.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity in Kensington Heights is 72%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Kensington Heights, in April, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Kensington Heights aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kensington Heights have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

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

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average temperature in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in April: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average pressure in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average wind speed in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in April: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average humidity in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average rainfall in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average snowfall in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.28"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Kensington Heights, 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
Kensington Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

Average UV index in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average UV index in April - Kensington Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Kensington Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in April - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

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
Kensington Heights, MD

Average visibility in April - Kensington Heights, 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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