Contents
- Weather in April
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in April
- Average pressure in April
- Average wind speed in April
- Average humidity in April
- Average rainfall in April
- Average rainfall days in April
- Average snowfall in April
- Average snowfall days in April
- Average daylight in April
- Average sunshine in April
- Average sunshine days in April
- Average UV index in April
- Average cloud cover in April
- Average visibility in April
Weather in April
Temperature
As March gives way to April, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Amherst's average low-temperature in the month of April is recorded at a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C).Humidity
In Amherst, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are April and May, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Amherst aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine is 9.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Average temperature in April
Amherst, VA
- Average high temperature in April: 67.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in April
Amherst, VA
- Average pressure in April: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Amherst, VA
- Average wind speed in April: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in April
Amherst, VA
- Average humidity in April: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in April
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall in April: 3.07"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in April
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall days in April: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in April
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall in April: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 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, VA
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in April
Amherst, VA
- Average sunshine days in April: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in April
Amherst, VA
- Average UV index in April: 4
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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Amherst, VA
- Average cloud cover in April: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in April
Amherst, VA
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
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