April weather forecast
Shaftsbury, VT

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Weather in April

April is a fresh spring month in Shaftsbury, Vermont, with an average temperature varying between 51.8°F (11°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from March to April sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Throughout the month of April, Shaftsbury witnesses an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout April, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shaftsbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.1 days and collects up to 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shaftsbury, in April, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 70.4 snowfall days, and 44.72" (1136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shaftsbury, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Shaftsbury is 7.5h.

UV index

In Shaftsbury, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During April, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Shaftsbury, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How much does it rain in April?

In Shaftsbury, in April, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shaftsbury in April?

In Shaftsbury, Vermont, in April, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shaftsbury have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shaftsbury have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Shaftsbury, VT

Average temperature in April - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average high temperature in April: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Shaftsbury, VT

Average pressure in April - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average wind speed in April - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Shaftsbury, VT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Shaftsbury, VT

Average rainfall in April - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.44").

Average rainfall days in April
Shaftsbury, VT

Average rainfall days in April - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Shaftsbury, VT

Average snowfall in April - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Shaftsbury, VT

Average snowfall days in April - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Shaftsbury, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Shaftsbury, VT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Shaftsbury, VT

Average UV index in April - Shaftsbury, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Shaftsbury, VT

Average cloud cover in April - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average cloud cover in April: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in April
Shaftsbury, VT

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

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

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