April weather forecast
Schenectady, NY

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Weather in April

With April arrives the true onset of spring in Schenectady. Temperatures ascend to a pleasant high of 54.3°F (12.4°C), setting the stage for flowers to bloom and leaves to unfurl. Snowfall recedes to a negligible 0.79" (20mm), a relished relief from the snowy grip of winter's past months. After a prolonged winter lull, the city stirs back to life with the lengthening days and warming temperatures. The air fills with the pleasant chorus of returning migratory birds, bringing with them the promise of a bright summer in the months to come.

Temperature

The beginning of April signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) in March to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). Throughout April, the average low-temperature in Schenectady dips to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

April is the least humid month in Schenectady, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Schenectady, during April, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.4 rainfall days, and 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In April, in Schenectady, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout April, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. In Schenectady, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 22.56" (573mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Schenectady is 7.9h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Schenectady is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
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. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Schenectady?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Schenectady?

April is the least humid month in Schenectady, New York, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in April in Schenectady?

In Schenectady, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April in Schenectady?

In Schenectady, New York, in April, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Schenectady?

In April, in Schenectady, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout April, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In April, the average day length in Schenectady, New York, is 13h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Schenectady?

On the first day of April in Schenectady, New York, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Schenectady have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Schenectady, New York, is 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Schenectady?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Schenectady, NY

Average temperature in April - Schenectady, 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 (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Schenectady, NY

Average pressure in April - Schenectady, 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
Schenectady, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Schenectady, NY

Average humidity in April - Schenectady, NY
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Schenectady, NY

Average rainfall in April - Schenectady, NY
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

Average rainfall days in April
Schenectady, NY

Average rainfall days in April - Schenectady, NY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in April
Schenectady, NY

Average snowfall in April - Schenectady, NY
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Schenectady, NY

Average snowfall days in April - Schenectady, NY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Schenectady, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Schenectady, NY

Average sunshine days in April - Schenectady, NY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Schenectady, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Schenectady, NY

Average cloud cover in April - Schenectady, NY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 49

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
Schenectady, NY

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

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

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