April weather forecast
Gaffney, SC

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Weather in April

By the time April rolls in, Gaffney, South Carolina, clearly exhibits a sunny pursuit, waving goodbye to the last strains of winter that threatened to linger. The arrival of April further emboldens spring's proclamation, painting the city with vivid and lively colors of the season. The amiable weather, coupled with the chirping of birds, creates a joyful ambience around the city, and the residents bask in the comfortable warmth the sun offers. However, the contrasting weather in April, gifting the highest rainfall of 0.59" (15mm) amongst the first four months, demands Gaffney dwellers carry an umbrella while enjoying the outdoors. Still, the April showers act as nature's brush, enhancing the city's beauty manifold and leaving behind an aroma that lingers in memory well into the coming months.

Temperature

April's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from March's enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C) to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). Throughout April, Gaffney experiences a low-temperature average of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In Gaffney, during April, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Gaffney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.2 days and collects up to 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 6min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in April leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Gaffney?

During April, Gaffney experiences an average high-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) and a low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Gaffney, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Gaffney, in April, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Gaffney, snow does not fall in March through November.

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

The average day length in April is 13h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Gaffney?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaffney have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Gaffney, SC

Average temperature in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average high temperature in April: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Gaffney, SC

Average pressure in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average pressure in April: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Gaffney, SC

Average wind speed in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Gaffney, SC

Average humidity in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Gaffney, SC

Average rainfall in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in April
Gaffney, SC

Average rainfall days in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average rainfall days in April: 7.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (7.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and November (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Gaffney, SC

Average snowfall in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Gaffney, SC

Average snowfall days in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Gaffney, SC

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Gaffney, SC

Average sunshine days in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average sunshine days in April: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (20.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Gaffney, SC

Average UV index in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average UV index in April: 5

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Gaffney, SC

Average cloud cover in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average cloud cover in April: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Gaffney, SC

Average visibility in April - Gaffney, SC
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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