April weather forecast
Sanford, NC

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Weather in April

April in Sanford characterizes the vibrant spring season, with average high temperatures reaching 71.1°F (21.7°C). Notably, there is no snowfall from April onwards, marking the complete transition from the cooler months. With the increase in temperature, the daylight hours too rise dramatically. However, April kick-starts with a slight rise in rainfall, setting the stage for a wetter season ahead.

Temperature

As April arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) in March to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). During April, Sanford sees a mean low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout April, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.7 days and collects up to 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Sanford, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Sanford is 9.2h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during April leads to these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout April, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in April?

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

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Sanford?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

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

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Sanford, NC

Average temperature in April - Sanford, NC
  • Average high temperature in April: 71.1°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 (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Sanford, NC

Average pressure in April - Sanford, 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
Sanford, NC

Average wind speed in April - Sanford, 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 (4.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Sanford, NC

Average humidity in April - Sanford, NC
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Sanford, NC

Average rainfall in April - Sanford, NC
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").

Average rainfall days in April
Sanford, NC

Average rainfall days in April - Sanford, NC
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Sanford, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Sanford, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Sanford, NC

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sanford, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Sanford, NC

Average sunshine days in April - Sanford, NC
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Sanford, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Sanford, NC

Average cloud cover in April - Sanford, NC
  • Average cloud cover in April: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Sanford, NC

Average visibility in April - Sanford, 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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