April weather forecast
Plainfield, NJ

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Weather in April

April witnesses a continued upward trend in temperatures, making it a considerably warmer month compared to the first quarter of the year. A noteworthy fact about April is the precipitation levels reaching 2.36" (60mm), making it a wet month. This, combined with the temperatures, speeds up the emergence of spring. The increasing daylight hours, now standing at 13.3 hours, contributes to the longer, warmer days. The change in weather conditions makes it ideal for wildlife to flourish and plants to bloom in the city.

Temperature

The beginning of April signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in March to a moderate 59°F (15°C). In April, the recorded average low-temperature is a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

April and August, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Plainfield, in April, during 15.4 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Plainfield, New Jersey. In April, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout April, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Plainfield, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Plainfield, the average sunshine in April is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Plainfield is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in April translates into this advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The high-temperature during April is 59°F (15°C) and the low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 73%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Plainfield, in April, during 15.4 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout April, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Plainfield?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in April in Plainfield?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Plainfield, NJ

Average temperature in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average high temperature in April: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Plainfield, NJ

Average pressure in April - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, NJ

Average wind speed in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Plainfield, NJ

Average humidity in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in April
Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall days in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Plainfield, NJ

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Plainfield, NJ

Average sunshine days in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Plainfield, NJ

Average UV index in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Plainfield, NJ

Average cloud cover in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in April: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Plainfield, NJ

Average visibility in April - Plainfield, NJ
  • 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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