April weather forecast
Colonial Heights, VA

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Weather in April

The month of April in Colonial Heights, Virginia, is characterized by its consistent spring weather. Greater consistency in temperature and daylight hours become more established due to the transition from late winter to early spring. Alongside these changes, the high temperature in April leaps to 68.4°F (20.2°C), providing Colonial Heights with a noticeable warming trend. However, the increased warmth does not prevent the occurrence of rain, which residents anticipate. Stereotypically known for its showers, April largely holds its reputation, watering the blooming flora around Colonial Heights.

Temperature

Colonial Heights's weather in April presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) in March to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). Colonial Heights records an average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) throughout the month of April.

Humidity

In Colonial Heights, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In Colonial Heights, in April, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Colonial Heights are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Colonial Heights aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Colonial Heights, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.5 days and aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Colonial Heights, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Colonial Heights is 9.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Colonial Heights?

During April, Colonial Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and a low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout April, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Colonial Heights aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colonial Heights have in April?

The average day length in April in Colonial Heights is 13h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colonial Heights have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Colonial Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average temperature in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average pressure in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average pressure in April: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average wind speed in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average humidity in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average rainfall in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average snowfall in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average snowfall days in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 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
Colonial Heights, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Colonial Heights, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average UV index in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Colonial Heights, VA

Average visibility in April - Colonial Heights, 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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