April weather forecast
Santa Cruz, NM

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Weather in April

April in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, is a mild spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

In April, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in March to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). During the nights in April, Santa Cruz records a pronounced shift from the daytime warmth, with a consistent average temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Santa Cruz is 37%.

Rainfall

January, February and April are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Santa Cruz. In Santa Cruz, in April, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Santa Cruz, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.9 days and aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:50 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Santa Cruz is 11.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Santa Cruz is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in April leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Santa Cruz?

April temperatures in Santa Cruz vary between a high-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and a low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in April is 37%.

What is the driest month in Santa Cruz?

January, February and April are months with the least rain in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Santa Cruz in April?

In Santa Cruz, New Mexico, in April, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, New Mexico, in April, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Cruz have in April?

The average day length in April in Santa Cruz is 13h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Santa Cruz?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:50 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Cruz have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 11.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average temperature in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average high temperature in April: 60.1°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average pressure in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average pressure in April: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average wind speed in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average humidity in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average humidity in April: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average rainfall in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").

Average rainfall days in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average rainfall days in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average rainfall days in April: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average snowfall in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average snowfall days in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Santa Cruz, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average sunshine days in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average sunshine days in April: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average UV index in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average cloud cover in April - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average cloud cover in April: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in April
Santa Cruz, NM

Average visibility in April - Santa Cruz, 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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