April weather forecast
Sandy Spring, MD

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Weather in April

April in Sandy Spring, Maryland, is a comfortable spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and an average low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

April brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from March's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C). Sandy Spring throughout April, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Spring, in April, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Sandy Spring aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 16min.
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 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sandy Spring, the average sunshine in April is 8.8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in April leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout April, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Spring 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 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Sandy Spring, MD

Average temperature in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average pressure in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average wind speed in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average humidity in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average rainfall in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average rainfall days in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average snowfall in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average snowfall days in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average sunshine days in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average UV index in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average cloud cover in April - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average visibility in April - Sandy Spring, 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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