April weather forecast
Dover, NJ

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Weather in April

April in Dover, New Jersey, is a moderate spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.9°F (14.4°C) and min 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of April brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in March to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). April is noted for a mean low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Dover, during April, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 81.9 rainfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dover are January through May, October through December. In Dover, New Jersey, during April, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Dover, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.1 days and aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dover in April?

The high-temperature in Dover during April is 57.9°F (14.4°C) and the low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Dover?

April is the least humid month in Dover, New Jersey, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in April in Dover?

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

How much does it rain in Dover in April?

In Dover, in April, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dover in April?

In Dover, in April, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Dover?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Dover?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dover, New Jersey, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Dover?

In Dover, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Dover?

In Dover, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Dover, NJ

Average temperature in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average high temperature in April: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Dover, NJ

Average pressure in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Dover, NJ

Average wind speed in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Dover, NJ

Average humidity in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Dover, NJ

Average rainfall in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in April
Dover, NJ

Average rainfall days in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in April: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Dover, NJ

Average snowfall in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Dover, NJ

Average snowfall days in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Dover, NJ

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Dover, NJ

Average sunshine days in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in April: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Dover, NJ

Average UV index in April - Dover, NJ
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Dover, NJ

Average cloud cover in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in April: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in April
Dover, NJ

Average visibility in April - Dover, NJ
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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