April weather forecast
Salem, OR

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An evening shot of the leafy town of Salem in Oregon
An evening shot of the leafy town of Salem in Oregon

Weather in April

As April sets in, Salem experiences a noticeable shift from the wet weather to a drier climate. Highlighting the change, there's a significant decrease in rainfall with 2.32" (59mm), while the snowfall ceases completely. With the arrival of spring, temperatures continue to rise, alluding to a different phase in Salem's weather cycle. April's weather ensures a pleasant atmosphere for explorations and cultural festivals around the city.

Temperature

April's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in March to a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C). Throughout the month of April, Salem expects an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In Salem, in April, during 17.7 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.5 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Salem, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:16 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Salem, the average sunshine in April is 7.3h.

UV index

In Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. 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: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In April, in Salem, the average high-temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Salem, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Salem, in April, during 17.7 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in April?

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

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:16 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salem have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Salem?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Salem, OR

Average temperature in April - Salem, OR
  • Average high temperature in April: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Salem, OR

Average pressure in April - Salem, OR
  • Average pressure in April: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Salem, OR

Average wind speed in April - Salem, OR
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and November (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Salem, OR

Average humidity in April - Salem, OR
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in April
Salem, OR

Average rainfall in April - Salem, OR
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in April
Salem, OR

Average rainfall days in April - Salem, OR
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Salem, OR

Average snowfall in April - Salem, OR
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Salem, OR

Average snowfall days in April - Salem, OR
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Salem, OR

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Salem, OR
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Salem, OR

Average sunshine days in April - Salem, OR
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Salem, OR

Average UV index in April - Salem, OR
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

Average cloud cover in April
Salem, OR

Average cloud cover in April - Salem, OR
  • Average cloud cover in April: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in April
Salem, OR

Average visibility in April - Salem, OR
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

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

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