April weather forecast
Saranac Lake, NY

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A view from the Saranac Lake, New York, of the tranquil setting around the lakeside homes amid the golden and brown trees in the fall
A view from the Saranac Lake, New York, of the tranquil setting around the lakeside homes amid the golden and brown trees in the fall

Weather in April

In April, Saranac Lake transforms as a direct contrast from the harsh winters past. Mother Nature is stirred awake as temperatures finally peak at a mild 46.9°F (8.3°C). The city's previously white terrain begins to show patches of green as the snowfall declines dramatically to 7.83" (199mm). Trees and flowers start sprouting, breathing a new life into the city. April thus brings renewed vigor, marking the beginning of beautiful springtime in Saranac Lake.

Temperature

April in Saranac Lake sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) in March to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). During April, Saranac Lake's temperature averages to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In Saranac Lake, in April, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saranac Lake, during April, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow. In Saranac Lake, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 120.5 days and aggregates up to 74.72" (1898mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Saranac Lake, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Saranac Lake, the average sunshine in April is 6.2h.

UV index

In Saranac Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in April leads to these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

In Saranac Lake, 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Saranac Lake, in April, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Saranac Lake, in April, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Saranac Lake is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Saranac Lake, NY

Average temperature in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in April: 46.9°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 (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Saranac Lake, NY

Average pressure in April - Saranac Lake, 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
Saranac Lake, NY

Average wind speed in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in April: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Saranac Lake, NY

Average humidity in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in April
Saranac Lake, NY

Average rainfall in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in April
Saranac Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Saranac Lake, NY

Average snowfall in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in April: 7.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Saranac Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (24.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Saranac Lake, 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 1min

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
Saranac Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Saranac Lake, NY

Average UV index in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

Average cloud cover in April
Saranac Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in April - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in April
Saranac Lake, NY

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

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

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