April weather forecast
Ranchos de Taos, NM

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Weather in April

April in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, is a cool spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.4°F (11.9°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

As March transitions into April, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). A steady average of 28.4°F (-2°C) throughout April underscores a considerable divergence from the daytime high.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 47%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ranchos de Taos, during April, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Ranchos de Taos, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Ranchos de Taos is 13h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:49 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 11h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Ranchos de Taos, is 53.4°F (11.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 47%.

What is the driest month in Ranchos de Taos?

April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout April, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Ranchos de Taos, in April, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April in Ranchos de Taos, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:49 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ranchos de Taos have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 11h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Ranchos de Taos, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average temperature in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average high temperature in April: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average pressure in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average pressure in April: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average wind speed in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average wind speed in April: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average humidity in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average humidity in April: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average rainfall in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average rainfall days in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in April: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average snowfall in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average snowfall days in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average sunshine days in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in April: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average UV index in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average cloud cover in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in April: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in April
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average visibility in April - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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