April weather forecast
Amherst, TX

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Weather in April

April in Amherst, Texas, is a moderately hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and an average low of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of April signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in March to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Amherst records a marked divergence from the day's high temperatures, with nights in April averaging at a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 37%, April is the least humid month in Amherst.

Rainfall

In Amherst, during April, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.1 rainfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Amherst aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.9 snowfall days, and 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Amherst, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Amherst, the average sunshine in April is 9h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during April leads to these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Amherst in April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Amherst, is 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the least humid month?

April is the least humid month in Amherst, with an average relative humidity of 37%.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 37%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout April, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Amherst aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Amherst, the average day length in April is 13h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Amherst have in April?

In Amherst, the average sunshine duration in April is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Amherst, TX

Average temperature in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average high temperature in April: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Amherst, TX

Average pressure in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average pressure in April: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Amherst, TX

Average wind speed in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average wind speed in April: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Amherst, TX

Average humidity in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average humidity in April: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (37%).

Average rainfall in April
Amherst, TX

Average rainfall in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in April
Amherst, TX

Average rainfall days in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average rainfall days in April: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Amherst, TX

Average snowfall in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Amherst, TX

Average snowfall days in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Amherst, TX

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Amherst, TX

Average sunshine days in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average sunshine days in April: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Amherst, TX

Average UV index in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Amherst, TX

Average cloud cover in April - Amherst, TX
  • Average cloud cover in April: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in April
Amherst, TX

Average visibility in April - Amherst, TX
  • 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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