April weather forecast
Cranston, RI

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Weather in April

April is greeted with a noticeable change in temperature, and one can see the city shifting gears to embrace spring fully. The temperature further escalates to a high of 55.4°F (13°C), steering clear of the crisp cold of the earlier months. The residents can enjoy increasing hours of sunshine, resulting in longer and warmer days. The frequency of snowfall drops significantly, giving way to sporadic rainfall. The revitalizing scent of fresh rainfall is a common experience throughout the city during this time.

Temperature

Cranston's weather in April shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from March's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a mild 55.4°F (13°C). During April, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 41°F (5°C) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, April is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Cranston, during April, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Cranston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59.1 days and collects up to 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cranston, snow does not fall in April, June through October.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Cranston is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of April, in Cranston, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Cranston is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during April translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Cranston?

In Cranston, 55.4°F (13°C) is the average high-temperature and 41°F (5°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the least humid month in Cranston?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, April is the least humid month in Cranston.

What is the average humidity in April in Cranston?

In Cranston, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

How much does it rain in Cranston in April?

In Cranston, in April, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cranston?

April, June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Cranston in April?

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

What is the average length of the day in April in Cranston?

In April, the average day length in Cranston, Rhode Island, is 13h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Cranston?

On the first day of April in Cranston, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cranston have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Cranston, Rhode Island, is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Cranston?

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

Average temperature in April - Cranston, RI
  • Average high temperature in April: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Cranston, RI

Average pressure in April - Cranston, 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
Cranston, RI

Average wind speed in April - Cranston, RI
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Cranston, RI

Average humidity in April - Cranston, RI
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Cranston, RI

Average rainfall in April - Cranston, RI
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.12").

Average rainfall days in April
Cranston, RI

Average rainfall days in April - Cranston, RI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Cranston, RI

Average snowfall in April - Cranston, RI
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Cranston, RI

Average snowfall days in April - Cranston, RI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Cranston, RI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Cranston, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Cranston, RI

Average sunshine days in April - Cranston, RI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (21.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Cranston, RI

Average UV index in April - Cranston, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Cranston, RI

Average cloud cover in April - Cranston, 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 31).

Average visibility in April
Cranston, RI

Average visibility in April - Cranston, 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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