April weather forecast
Shelter Island Heights, NY

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Weather in April

April is a cool spring month in Shelter Island Heights, New York, with an average temperature varying between 50°F (10°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

April's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in March to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Shelter Island Heights, during April nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In April, in Shelter Island Heights, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout April, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shelter Island Heights, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Shelter Island Heights.

Ocean temperature

In April, the average ocean temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).
Note: You can swim in 44.4°F (6.9°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of April, in Shelter Island Heights, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shelter Island Heights, the average sunshine in April is 8.4h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

In Shelter Island Heights, in April, the average high-temperature is 50°F (10°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Shelter Island Heights, during April, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in April?

In April, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

How cold is the water in April?

In Shelter Island Heights, the average seawater temperature in April is 44.4°F (6.9°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Shelter Island Heights have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelter Island Heights have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average temperature in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in April: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average pressure in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average wind speed in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).

Average humidity in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average humidity in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average rainfall in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average snowfall in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average sea temperature in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average sea temperature in April: 44.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average UV index in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in April
Shelter Island Heights, NY

Average visibility in April - Shelter Island Heights, NY
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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