April weather forecast
Bristol, RI

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Weather in April

April's weather continually transforms, with the freshness of spring bringing an array of changes over Bristol. The city witnesses peak rainfall during this month at 1.85" (47mm) as April showers usher in the blooming of flora around the region. Long strolls around the city become popular as day length increases. The sun frequently peeks through the clouds, casting a pleasant glow over the city landscape. The further retreat of winter is evident as the atmosphere shimmers with spring's gentle warmth.

Temperature

Bristol in April experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from March's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout the month of April, Bristol observes an average nighttime temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, April is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Bristol, in April, during 14.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bristol, Rhode Island, in April, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

In April, in Bristol, the average high-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, April is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 73%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Bristol, in April, during 14.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Bristol, during April, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in April?

In Bristol, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Bristol, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Bristol, RI

Average temperature in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.5°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Bristol, RI

Average pressure in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Bristol, RI

Average wind speed in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Bristol, RI

Average humidity in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Bristol, RI

Average rainfall in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in April
Bristol, RI

Average rainfall days in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Bristol, RI

Average snowfall in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Bristol, RI

Average snowfall days in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Bristol, RI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Bristol, RI

Average sunshine days in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Bristol, RI

Average UV index in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

Average cloud cover in April
Bristol, RI

Average cloud cover in April - Bristol, RI
  • Average cloud cover in April: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Bristol, RI

Average visibility in April - Bristol, RI
  • 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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