April weather forecast
Las Cruces, NM

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The lovely hilly countryside in Las Cruces, New Mexico

Weather in April

In April, Las Cruces experiences a leap in temperatures, indicating the onset of a warmer season. The range for this month dances between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an encouraging 76.3°F (24.6°C). This rise is not accompanied by a hike in rainfall, and in fact, precipitation slightly drops, contributing to the continuation of a dry climate. This month heralds the advent of longer days and higher temperatures in the desert city.

Temperature

The onset of April marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) in March to a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C). The temperature notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 52.7°F (11.5°C) during April nights.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Las Cruces, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:47 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 11.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during April translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In Las Cruces, 76.3°F (24.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the least humid month?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%, are the least humid months in Las Cruces.

What is the average humidity in April in Las Cruces?

In April, the average relative humidity is 22%.

What is the driest month in Las Cruces?

The month with the least rainfall in Las Cruces is April, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Las Cruces, New Mexico, in April, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Las Cruces have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:47 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Las Cruces have in April?

In Las Cruces, the average sunshine duration in April is 11.6h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Las Cruces, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average temperature in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average high temperature in April: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average pressure in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average pressure in April: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average wind speed in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

Average humidity in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average humidity in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average humidity in April: 22%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average rainfall in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average rainfall days in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average snowfall in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average snowfall days in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average sunshine days in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average sunshine days in April: 26.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average UV index in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average cloud cover in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average cloud cover in April: 11

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in April
Las Cruces, NM

Average visibility in April - Las Cruces, NM
  • 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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