April weather forecast
Southern Shores, NC

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Southern Shores, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.3°F (12.4°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The coming of April brings a minor shift in Southern Shores's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from March's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). Southern Shores reports an average low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) during the subtly cooler April nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Southern Shores, North Carolina, in April, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Southern Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In April, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).
Note: 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.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

In Southern Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Southern Shores, is 61.5°F (16.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Southern Shores, in April, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the water temperature in April in Southern Shores?

In April, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C). Swimming in 54.1°F (12.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Southern Shores?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average temperature in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average high temperature in April: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average pressure in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average pressure in April: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average wind speed in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average humidity in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average rainfall in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average rainfall days in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average snowfall in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average snowfall days in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average sea temperature in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average sea temperature in April: 54°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.2°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Southern Shores, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average sunshine days in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average UV index in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average cloud cover in April - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average cloud cover in April: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in April
Southern Shores, NC

Average visibility in April - Southern Shores, 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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