April weather forecast
Durham, NC

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Weather in April

April Cincinnati receives 2.2" (56mm) of rainfall, comparatively less than March, dropping the number of rainy days. Alongside an increase in sunlight hours and daylight duration, this indicates the arrival of a more pleasant climate, shifting away from the frequent showers common in the preceding months. As spring continues, the weather grows incrementally more comfortable, offering ideal conditions for outdoor recreational activities. Moreover, the cloud% falls slightly from March, indicative of clearer skies and reduced chances of rain.

Temperature

April's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59°F (15°C) in March to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). During the nights in April, Durham observes an average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Durham, during April, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Durham, the average sunshine in April is 9.2h.

UV index

In Durham, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Durham in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Durham, is 70.5°F (21.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Durham, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Durham, in April, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November 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 many hours of daylight does Durham have in April?

In Durham, the average day length in April is 13h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Durham, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Durham, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index value 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
Durham, NC

Average temperature in April - Durham, NC
  • Average high temperature in April: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Durham, NC

Average pressure in April - Durham, NC
  • Average pressure in April: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Durham, NC

Average wind speed in April - Durham, NC
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Durham, NC

Average humidity in April - Durham, NC
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Durham, NC

Average rainfall in April - Durham, NC
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in April
Durham, NC

Average rainfall days in April - Durham, NC
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Durham, NC

Average snowfall in April - Durham, NC
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Durham, NC

Average snowfall days in April - Durham, NC
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Durham, NC

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Durham, NC
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Durham, NC

Average sunshine days in April - Durham, NC
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Durham, NC

Average UV index in April - Durham, NC
  • Average UV index in April: 5

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

Average cloud cover in April
Durham, NC

Average cloud cover in April - Durham, NC
  • Average cloud cover in April: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Durham, NC

Average visibility in April - Durham, NC
  • 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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