April weather forecast
Lancaster, NH

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Weather in April

April in Lancaster is a month of considerable changes. As winter ebbs away, the landscape dusts off its snowy mantle with a significant reduction in average temperatures to 6.61" (168mm). This month's weather is marked by rising temperatures, with low averages accelerating from 18°F (-7.8°C) in March to 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in April. The days become significantly longer and sunnier, indicating the reassuring arrival of spring. Despite the increase in temperatures, humidity remains relatively low, with the average relative humidity standing at 80%.

Temperature

The onset of April marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) in March to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). During April, the nighttime temperature averages of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In Lancaster, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lancaster, during April, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.5 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lancaster, in April, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow. In Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.2 days and aggregates up to 61.02" (1550mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lancaster, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lancaster, the average sunshine in April is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The high-temperature in Lancaster during April is 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Lancaster, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Lancaster, in April, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout April, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lancaster, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lancaster have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Lancaster, NH

Average temperature in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average high temperature in April: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in April
Lancaster, NH

Average pressure in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Lancaster, NH

Average wind speed in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Lancaster, NH

Average humidity in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Lancaster, NH

Average rainfall in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.97").

Average rainfall days in April
Lancaster, NH

Average rainfall days in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Lancaster, NH

Average snowfall in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average snowfall in April: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Lancaster, NH

Average snowfall days in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average snowfall days in April: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lancaster, NH

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Lancaster, NH

Average sunshine days in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Lancaster, NH

Average UV index in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Lancaster, NH

Average cloud cover in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average cloud cover in April: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in April
Lancaster, NH

Average visibility in April - Lancaster, NH
  • Average visibility in April: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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