April weather forecast
Colchester, VT

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Weather in April

Stepping into April, one can anticipate the idyllic spring weather in Colchester, Vermont. A significant rise in temperature is notable between March and April, with the city experiencing fewer snowfall days. Flowers are in full bloom, transforming Colchester into a picturesque landscape. The city welcomes more sunshine with open arms, lending longer days for outdoor activities. April sets an upbeat tone as the gray winter months are replaced by the bright and vibrant hues of spring.

Temperature

The onset of April brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) in March to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). An average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) is noted during the nights in April in Colchester.

Humidity

In Colchester, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Colchester, in April, during 15.5 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.4 days and collects up to 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Colchester, in April, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.7 snowfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Colchester, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Colchester is 7h.

UV index

In Colchester, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Colchester, is 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Colchester, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout April, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Colchester, in April, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colchester have in April?

In Colchester, Vermont, the average day length in April is 13h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Colchester?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Colchester?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Colchester, VT

Average temperature in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average high temperature in April: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Colchester, VT

Average pressure in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Colchester, VT

Average wind speed in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Colchester, VT

Average humidity in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Colchester, VT

Average rainfall in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in April
Colchester, VT

Average rainfall days in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Colchester, VT

Average snowfall in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Colchester, VT

Average snowfall days in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average snowfall days in April: 5.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Colchester, VT

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Colchester, VT

Average sunshine days in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Colchester, VT

Average UV index in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Colchester, VT

Average cloud cover in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average cloud cover in April: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in April
Colchester, VT

Average visibility in April - Colchester, VT
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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