Contents
- Weather in April
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in April
- Average pressure in April
- Average wind speed in April
- Average humidity in April
- Average rainfall in April
- Average rainfall days in April
- Average snowfall in April
- Average snowfall days in April
- Average daylight in April
- Average sunshine in April
- Average sunshine days in April
- Average UV index in April
- Average cloud cover in April
- Average visibility in April
Weather in April
Temperature
The start of April is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) in March to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). During April, the temperature is averaged to a low of 37.2°F (2.9°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April in Amherst is 76%.Rainfall
In Amherst, during April, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Amherst, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Amherst, New York, in April, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.2 days and aggregates up to 30.94" (786mm) of snow.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day in Amherst is 13h and 26min.On the first day of April in Amherst, New York, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April in Amherst is 7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April in Amherst is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In April, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Amherst in April?
What is the average humidity in April in Amherst?
How much does it rain in Amherst in April?
How many days does it snow in April in Amherst?
How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in April?
When are sunrise and sunset in April in Amherst?
How many hours of sunshine does Amherst have in April?
How high is the UV index in April in Amherst?
Average temperature in April
Amherst, NY
- Average high temperature in April: 52.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 37.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in April
Amherst, NY
- Average pressure in April: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Amherst, NY
- Average wind speed in April: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in April
Amherst, NY
- Average humidity in April: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).
Average rainfall in April
Amherst, NY
- Average rainfall in April: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in April
Amherst, NY
- Average rainfall days in April: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in April
Amherst, NY
- Average snowfall in April: 1.81"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Amherst, NY
- Average snowfall days in April: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Amherst, NY
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in April: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in April
Amherst, NY
- Average sunshine days in April: 10.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Amherst, NY
- Average UV index in April: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
Amherst, NY
- Average cloud cover in April: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in April
Amherst, NY
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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