April weather forecast
Rensselaer, NY

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Weather in April

April is a fresh spring month in Rensselaer, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

April sees a temperature increase, moving from a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C) in March to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). In April, Rensselaer records an average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, April is the least humid month in Rensselaer.

Rainfall

In Rensselaer, in April, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.8 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rensselaer, in April, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Rensselaer, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rensselaer, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of April, in Rensselaer, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rensselaer, the average sunshine in April is 8h.

UV index

In Rensselaer, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

The high-temperature during April is 54.3°F (12.4°C) and the low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Rensselaer, in April, during 17 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Rensselaer, during April, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Rensselaer?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rensselaer have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average temperature in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average pressure in April - Rensselaer, 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
Rensselaer, NY

Average wind speed in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average humidity in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average rainfall in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average rainfall days in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average snowfall in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.83"

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
Rensselaer, NY

Average snowfall days in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Rensselaer, 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: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average sunshine days in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average UV index in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average cloud cover in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Rensselaer, NY

Average visibility in April - Rensselaer, NY
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August and September (5mi).

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