April weather forecast
Reno, NV

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Weather in April

Weather in April sees the city shedding its winter skin as Reno steps into the heart of spring. Showcasing a significant increase from March, the average high temperature spikes to 54.7°F (12.6°C). This month also records the second lowest rainfall with 0.79" (20mm) over nine days. The downward trend in cloud coverage allows for more sunlit hours. Due to these weather conditions, Reno pulses with life as residents embrace outdoor festivities and picnics.

Temperature

With the onset of April, Reno's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in March to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). During April, Reno records an average temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Reno, the average relative humidity in April is 57%.

Rainfall

In Reno, in April, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 78.7 rainfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Reno, during April, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Reno, the average sunshine in April is 10.8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in April translates into these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. 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. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

In Reno, the average relative humidity in April is 57%.

How many days does it rain in April in Reno?

In April, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout April, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout April, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Reno have in April?

In Reno, the average day length in April is 13h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 10.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In Reno, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Reno, NV

Average temperature in April - Reno, NV
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Reno, NV

Average pressure in April - Reno, NV
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Reno, NV

Average wind speed in April - Reno, NV
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).

Average humidity in April
Reno, NV

Average humidity in April - Reno, NV
  • Average humidity in April: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (28%).

Average rainfall in April
Reno, NV

Average rainfall in April - Reno, NV
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.16").

Average rainfall days in April
Reno, NV

Average rainfall days in April - Reno, NV
  • Average rainfall days in April: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Reno, NV

Average snowfall in April - Reno, NV
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Reno, NV

Average snowfall days in April - Reno, NV
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Reno, NV

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Reno, NV
  • 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: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Reno, NV

Average sunshine days in April - Reno, NV
  • Average sunshine days in April: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Reno, NV

Average UV index in April - Reno, NV
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

Average cloud cover in April
Reno, NV

Average cloud cover in April - Reno, NV
  • Average cloud cover in April: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in April
Reno, NV

Average visibility in April - Reno, NV
  • 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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