April weather forecast
Columbus, OH

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An evening autumn view of the cityscape of Columbus, Ohio
An evening autumn view of the cityscape of Columbus, Ohio

Weather in April

April experiences a substantial temperature change in Columbus. The high averages 61.5°F (16.4°C), and nights get warmer at 43.7°F (6.5°C). Receiving 3.19" (81mm) of rain spread across 16.6 days, April is considered a rainy month. May flowers start to bloom thanks to April showers that constantly nourish the city's landscapes. The wind's speed decreases to 9.1mph (14.6km/h), making outdoor jaunts more pleasant.

Temperature

In Columbus, the onset of April comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from March's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Columbus reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) in April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in April, during 16.6 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Columbus. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Columbus aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Columbus in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Columbus, is 61.5°F (16.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April in Columbus?

In April, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout April, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Columbus?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Columbus aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Columbus, OH

Average temperature in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average high temperature in April: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Columbus, OH

Average pressure in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average pressure in April: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Columbus, OH

Average wind speed in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Columbus, OH

Average humidity in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Columbus, OH

Average rainfall in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in April
Columbus, OH

Average rainfall days in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Columbus, OH

Average snowfall in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Columbus, OH

Average snowfall days in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Columbus, OH

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Columbus, OH

Average sunshine days in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Columbus, OH

Average UV index in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Columbus, OH

Average cloud cover in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Columbus, OH

Average visibility in April - Columbus, OH
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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