April weather forecast
Dorset, VT

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Weather in April

In Dorset, April symbolizes the advent of spring in full bloom. The stark shift from snowfall to rainfall marks an end to the white winter canvas, replaced by vibrant hues of blooming flora. The hum of life can be heard across the town as the relative humidity dips to 77%, the joint lowest for the year. Significant changes are noticeable in daylight hours, which extend to an upbeat 13.4 hours. Late April evenings hold a promise of the upcoming summer, with warmer days and cool, comfortable nights.

Temperature

With the onset of April, Dorset sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from March's icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). During the month of April, Dorset anticipates a mean low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Dorset, in April, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.9 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dorset, in April, during 10.5 snowfall days, 9.53" (242mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dorset, during the entire year, snow falls for 99.8 days and aggregates up to 82.64" (2099mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dorset in April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Dorset, is 50.5°F (10.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Dorset, in April, during 14.7 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In April, in Dorset, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout April, 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorset have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Dorset, VT

Average temperature in April - Dorset, VT
  • Average high temperature in April: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Dorset, VT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Dorset, VT

Average wind speed in April - Dorset, VT
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Dorset, VT

Average humidity in April - Dorset, VT
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in April
Dorset, VT

Average rainfall in April - Dorset, VT
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and September (2.64").

Average rainfall days in April
Dorset, VT

Average rainfall days in April - Dorset, VT
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Dorset, VT

Average snowfall in April - Dorset, VT
  • Average snowfall in April: 9.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Dorset, VT

Average snowfall days in April - Dorset, VT
  • Average snowfall days in April: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Dorset, VT
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Dorset, VT

Average sunshine days in April - Dorset, VT
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Dorset, VT

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Dorset, VT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in April
Dorset, VT

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

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

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