April weather forecast
Gastonia, NC

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Weather in April

Gastonia's weather in April sees a significant rise in the temperature into the more comfortable 70's. Enjoy clear, long days with an average of 13.1 hours of daylight and 9 hours of sunshine. The pleasant weather makes for ideal conditions for spending time outdoors. Rainfall can be expected, but it is spread evenly throughout the month. April is the perfect time to take advantage of the comfortable temperatures before the peak of summer heat kicks in.

Temperature

The start of April in Gastonia signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in March to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Gastonia records a consistent low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) during April nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 73%.

Rainfall

In Gastonia, in April, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gastonia, there are 164 rainfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Gastonia.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 6min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Gastonia is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in April transforms into this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Gastonia?

The high-temperature, in April, in Gastonia, records 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Gastonia?

The average relative humidity in April in Gastonia, North Carolina, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in April in Gastonia?

In Gastonia, in April, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gastonia?

In Gastonia, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Gastonia in April?

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

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

The average day length in April in Gastonia is 13h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Gastonia?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gastonia, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Gastonia?

In Gastonia, the average sunshine duration in April is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Gastonia?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Gastonia, NC

Average temperature in April - Gastonia, NC
  • Average high temperature in April: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Gastonia, NC

Average pressure in April - Gastonia, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Gastonia, NC

Average wind speed in April - Gastonia, NC
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Gastonia, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall in April - Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in April
Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall days in April - Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Gastonia, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Gastonia, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Gastonia, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Gastonia, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Gastonia, NC

Average UV index in April - Gastonia, 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
Gastonia, NC

Average cloud cover in April - Gastonia, NC
  • Average cloud cover in April: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Gastonia, NC

Average visibility in April - Gastonia, 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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