April weather forecast
Lake Placid, NY

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A beautiful image, taken in the fall, of scenic golden and brown trees in the Mountain Village along with Lake Placid, New York
A beautiful image, taken in the fall, of scenic golden and brown trees in the Mountain Village along with Lake Placid, New York

Weather in April

April's weather in Lake Placid paints a picture of a typical spring season. Displaying a noticeable hike in temperature from 30.4°F (-0.9°C) up to 46.6°F (8.1°C), one can expect to feel the warmth in the city during this month. The snow tends to disappear entirely, replaced by rain showers as the primary form of precipitation. Flowers start to bloom and it becomes breezier; a sign that spring is in full swing. The city looks and feels its best with increased sunshine hours and falling humidity levels.

Temperature

The shift from March to April is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). Throughout the nights in April, Lake Placid experiences an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Lake Placid, New York, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lake Placid, New York, in April, during 15.3 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lake Placid, New York. In April, in Lake Placid, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout April, 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lake Placid, there are 120.6 snowfall days, and 82.28" (2090mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Lake Placid is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of April in Lake Placid, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Lake Placid is 6h.

UV index

In Lake Placid, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lake Placid in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Lake Placid?

In April, the average relative humidity in Lake Placid is 81%.

How much does it rain in Lake Placid in April?

In April, in Lake Placid, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout April, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Lake Placid?

In April, in Lake Placid, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout April, 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Lake Placid?

The average day length in April in Lake Placid, New York, is 13h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Lake Placid?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Placid have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Lake Placid is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Lake Placid?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake Placid is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average temperature in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average high temperature in April: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average pressure in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average wind speed in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average humidity in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average humidity in April: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average rainfall in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average rainfall days in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average snowfall in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average snowfall in April: 8.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average snowfall days in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average sunshine days in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average UV index in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average cloud cover in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in April
Lake Placid, NY

Average visibility in April - Lake Placid, NY
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

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

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