April weather forecast
New Carrollton, MD

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Weather in April

With April, New Carrollton witnesses a full-fledged transformation into a spring landscape. This shift in weather can be considered a welcome change from the wintry conditions experienced in the preceding months. The higher temperatures and significantly decreased snowfall are one of the most notable indication of this seasonal transition. However, it is the surge in daylight hours to a significant average of 13.3 hours that truly marks the changes April heralds. This move towards warmer, brighter days sets up the weather pattern that May will continue to develop.

Temperature

The start of April is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in March to an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C). New Carrollton records an average temperature drop to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in April.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and July, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout April, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Carrollton, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, New Carrollton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In New Carrollton, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

The high-temperature during April is 64.8°F (18.2°C) and the low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and July, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in April in New Carrollton?

In New Carrollton, the average relative humidity in April is 71%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout April, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in New Carrollton?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, New Carrollton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Carrollton have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average temperature in April - New Carrollton, MD
  • Average high temperature in April: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average pressure in April - New Carrollton, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average wind speed in April - New Carrollton, MD
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average humidity in April - New Carrollton, MD
  • Average humidity in April: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average rainfall in April - New Carrollton, MD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average rainfall days in April - New Carrollton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average snowfall in April - New Carrollton, MD
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average snowfall days in April - New Carrollton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
New Carrollton, MD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - New Carrollton, MD
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average sunshine days in April - New Carrollton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average UV index in April - New Carrollton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
New Carrollton, MD

Average cloud cover in April - New Carrollton, 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
New Carrollton, MD

Average visibility in April - New Carrollton, 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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