April weather forecast
Fairfax, VA

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Weather in April

Moving deeper into spring, April in Fairfax, Virginia indicates a continuance of climbing temperatures from March, essentially bidding winter completely goodbye. The warmer conditions in April result in an average high temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C). It is worthwhile noting the variations in weather patterns including increasing daylight hours, fluctuating rainfall, and reduced snowfall to mere traces. The city then braces itself for even warmer temperatures as it transitions to the month of May.

Temperature

As April begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in March to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). An average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) is recorded in the month of April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 72%.

Rainfall

In Fairfax, in April, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Fairfax aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Fairfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 18 days and aggregates up to 11.18" (284mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April 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, in Fairfax, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairfax in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Fairfax, is 65.1°F (18.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Fairfax, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Fairfax, in April, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) 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, Fairfax aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfax have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Fairfax, the average sunshine duration in April is 9h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Fairfax, VA

Average temperature in April - Fairfax, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Fairfax, VA

Average pressure in April - Fairfax, 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
Fairfax, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Fairfax, VA

Average humidity in April - Fairfax, 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
Fairfax, VA

Average rainfall in April - Fairfax, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in April
Fairfax, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Fairfax, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Fairfax, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Fairfax, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Fairfax, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Fairfax, 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 0min

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
Fairfax, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Fairfax, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Fairfax, VA

Average UV index in April - Fairfax, 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
Fairfax, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Fairfax, 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
Fairfax, VA

Average visibility in April - Fairfax, 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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