April weather forecast
Clifton, VA

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Weather in April

April's arrival in Clifton brings forth the full grandeur of spring, with the city draped in a colorful myriad of blooming flowers. A shift from March's weather indicators is discernible as Clifton says goodbye to the last vestiges of snow, clocking in a mere 0.28" (7mm). Resident experience longer balmy days, with increased visibility and a dip in wind speed. Nearing May, the city's atmosphere grows distinctly warmer, leading to drier conditions. Clifton in April, is a treat to the eyes, teeming with life and lush greenery against the backdrop of clear, blue skies.

Temperature

As Clifton welcomes April, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in March to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). During the nights in April, Clifton experiences a consistent average temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Clifton, in April, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Clifton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 10.79" (274mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In Clifton, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In Clifton, 65.3°F (18.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April in Clifton is 72%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Clifton, during April, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Clifton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Clifton have in April?

In April, the average day length in Clifton is 13h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Clifton?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe 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
Clifton, VA

Average temperature in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Clifton, VA

Average pressure in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Clifton, VA

Average wind speed in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Clifton, VA

Average humidity in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Clifton, VA

Average rainfall in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in April
Clifton, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Clifton, VA

Average snowfall in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Clifton, VA

Average snowfall days in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Clifton, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Clifton, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Clifton, VA

Average UV index in April - Clifton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Clifton, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Clifton, VA

Average visibility in April - Clifton, VA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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