April weather forecast
Columbia, VA

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Weather in April

April is a comfortable spring month in Columbia, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 67.6°F (19.8°C) and min 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into April is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from March's 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). During April, the nighttime temperature averages of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Columbia, Virginia, are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Columbia aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 12min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during April are 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 73%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Columbia, in April, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Columbia aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Columbia?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April in Columbia, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbia have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Columbia, Virginia, is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Columbia, VA

Average temperature in April - Columbia, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.8°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
Columbia, VA

Average pressure in April - Columbia, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Columbia, VA

Average wind speed in April - Columbia, 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 (4.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Columbia, VA

Average humidity in April - Columbia, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Columbia, VA

Average rainfall in April - Columbia, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in April
Columbia, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Columbia, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Columbia, VA

Average snowfall in April - Columbia, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Columbia, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Columbia, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Columbia, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Columbia, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Columbia, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Columbia, VA

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

Average cloud cover in April
Columbia, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Columbia, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Columbia, VA

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

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

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