April weather forecast
Sapphire, NC

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Weather in April

April is an enjoyable spring month in Sapphire, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 65.7°F (18.7°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in April, changing from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) in March to a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C). The mean low-temperature during April nights is a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

In Sapphire, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and December, with an average 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Sapphire aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Sapphire, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.4 days and aggregates up to 22.99" (584mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sapphire, the average sunshine in April is 8.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during April translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

Sapphire in April has an average high-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are April and December, with an average 4.96" (126mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Sapphire, during April, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Sapphire aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sapphire have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Sapphire?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sapphire have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Sapphire, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Sapphire, NC

Average temperature in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average high temperature in April: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Sapphire, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Sapphire, NC

Average wind speed in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Sapphire, NC

Average humidity in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall in April: 4.96"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in April
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall days in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in April
Sapphire, NC

Average snowfall in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Sapphire, NC

Average snowfall days in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sapphire, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Sapphire, NC

Average sunshine days in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Sapphire, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Sapphire, NC

Average cloud cover in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average cloud cover in April: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Sapphire, NC

Average visibility in April - Sapphire, NC
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

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

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