April weather forecast
Columbus, NY

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Weather in April

April is a cool spring month in Columbus, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.8°F (11°C) and an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

April's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from March's icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in April.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in April, during 16.6 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.6 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Columbus, New York, in April, during 6 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.9 days and aggregates up to 44.8" (1138mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Columbus, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Columbus, the average sunshine in April is 6.8h.

UV index

In Columbus, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Columbus?

In Columbus, 51.8°F (11°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity in Columbus is 79%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Columbus, in April, during 16.6 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout April, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Columbus?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Columbus, NY

Average temperature in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average high temperature in April: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Columbus, NY

Average pressure in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average pressure in April: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Columbus, NY

Average wind speed in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in April
Columbus, NY

Average humidity in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average humidity in April: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in April
Columbus, NY

Average rainfall in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in April
Columbus, NY

Average rainfall days in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in April
Columbus, NY

Average snowfall in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average snowfall in April: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Columbus, NY

Average snowfall days in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Columbus, NY

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Columbus, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Columbus, NY

Average sunshine days in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Columbus, NY

Average UV index in April - Columbus, NY
  • 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Columbus, NY

Average cloud cover in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in April
Columbus, NY

Average visibility in April - Columbus, NY
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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