April weather forecast
Santa Fe, NM

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Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Weather in April

Revel in Santa Fe’s pleasant weather and burgeoning springtime life throughout April. The warmest maximum temperature so far leaps to 59.7°F (15.4°C), further solidifying the departure of winter. With a considerable reduction in snowfall compared to March and extended daylight hours, April showcases the charm of Santa Fe's spring at its peak. New blooms dot the cityscape as the sun shines a little brighter and lingers a bit longer. April speaks volumes of spring's vitality and warmth, unfurling a new side to Santa Fe.

Temperature

The shift from March to April is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). During April nights, Santa Fe documents a marked contrast from daily highs, with an average temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 36%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Santa Fe, during April, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Santa Fe, during the entire year, snow falls for 36 days and aggregates up to 22.68" (576mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of April in Santa Fe, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:50 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 11.4h.

UV index

In Santa Fe, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in April translates into these instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

Santa Fe in April has an average high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Santa Fe?

In April, the average relative humidity is 36%.

What is the driest month?

April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in April?

In Santa Fe, during April, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Santa Fe, in April, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

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

In Santa Fe, the average day length in April is 13h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:50 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 11.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average temperature in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average high temperature in April: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average pressure in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average pressure in April: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average wind speed in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average humidity in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average humidity in April: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

Average rainfall days in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall days in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall days in April: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall days in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 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 Fe, NM

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Santa Fe, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average sunshine days in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average sunshine days in April: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Santa Fe, NM

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

Average cloud cover in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average cloud cover in April - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average cloud cover in April: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in April
Santa Fe, NM

Average visibility in April - Santa Fe, 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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