April weather forecast
Rio Rancho, NM

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Weather in April

April is a delightful period in Rio Rancho as the city continues to warm up. April witnesses an enhancement in the temperatures with average daytime highs rising to 66.6°F (19.2°C) providing a balmy spring experience. Bright sunshine and minimal precipitation become the key weather features, bringing forth the season's blossoming flora. Besides this, one can observe an increase in daylight hours, proving ample time for tourists and locals to explore the city's scenic landscapes. The enticing climate of April instigates inklings of the imminent vibrant summer atmosphere, enticing more and more people outdoors.

Temperature

April's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C) in March to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). April's nights exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In Rio Rancho, the average relative humidity in April is 30%.

Rainfall

March through June are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows in Rio Rancho. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Rio Rancho aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.8 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rio Rancho, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 6min.
On the first day of April in Rio Rancho, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:52 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Rio Rancho is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in April translates into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

In Rio Rancho, 66.6°F (19.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 43°F (6.1°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 30%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are March through June Rain falls for 5.9 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in April?

In Rio Rancho, in April, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Rio Rancho aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rio Rancho have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:52 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Rio Rancho?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Rio Rancho, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average temperature in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average high temperature in April: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average pressure in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average pressure in April: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average wind speed in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average humidity in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average humidity in April: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average rainfall in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April, May and June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average rainfall days in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average rainfall days in April: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average snowfall in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average snowfall days in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average sunshine days in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average sunshine days in April: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average UV index in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average cloud cover in April - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average cloud cover in April: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in April
Rio Rancho, NM

Average visibility in April - Rio Rancho, 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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