April weather forecast
Drakes Branch, VA

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Weather in April

April is a pleasant spring month in Drakes Branch, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

The start of April brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from March's mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). In April, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

In Drakes Branch, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout April, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Drakes Branch aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Drakes Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in April translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and a low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Drakes Branch?

The average relative humidity in April is 73%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout April, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Drakes Branch aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length in Drakes Branch is 13h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Drakes Branch?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Drakes Branch have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from 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
Drakes Branch, VA

Average temperature in April - Drakes Branch, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 68.5°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 (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Drakes Branch, VA

Average pressure in April - Drakes Branch, 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
Drakes Branch, VA

Average wind speed in April - Drakes Branch, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Drakes Branch, VA

Average humidity in April - Drakes Branch, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Drakes Branch, VA

Average rainfall in April - Drakes Branch, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in April
Drakes Branch, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Drakes Branch, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Drakes Branch, VA

Average snowfall in April - Drakes Branch, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Drakes Branch, VA

Average snowfall days in April - Drakes Branch, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 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
Drakes Branch, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Drakes Branch, 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 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
Drakes Branch, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Drakes Branch, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Drakes Branch, VA

Average UV index in April - Drakes Branch, 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
Drakes Branch, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Drakes Branch, 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 31).

Average visibility in April
Drakes Branch, VA

Average visibility in April - Drakes Branch, VA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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