April weather forecast
Herndon, VA

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Weather in April

A noticeable shift in weather conditions becomes apparent in April, with warmer temperatures and rising humidity levels taking over Herndon. The highlight of April's weather would have to be the significant increase in temperature, with the average high soaring to 64.9°F (18.3°C), and the low resting at 45.7°F (7.6°C). The combination of warmth, blossoming vegetation, and longer daylight hours makes April a great time to indulge in outdoor activities. The city sees a decrease in cloud cover, leading to brighter and clearer skies. This month marks the arrival of true spring weather, dominated by mild warmth and the charm of blooming flora.

Temperature

April brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from March's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). An average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 72%.

Rainfall

In Herndon, during April, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows in Herndon. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Herndon aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.7 snowfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 15min.
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 6:11 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Herndon, the average sunshine in April is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Herndon, is 64.9°F (18.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 72%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout April, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Herndon aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Herndon have in April?

In Herndon, the average day length in April is 13h and 15min.

When 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 many hours of sunshine does Herndon have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Herndon is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Herndon, VA

Average temperature in April - Herndon, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 64.9°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Herndon, VA

Average pressure in April - Herndon, 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
Herndon, VA

Average wind speed in April - Herndon, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Herndon, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Herndon, VA

Average rainfall in April - Herndon, 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 (1.93").

Average rainfall days in April
Herndon, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Herndon, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Herndon, VA

Average snowfall in April - Herndon, 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
Herndon, VA

Average snowfall days in April - Herndon, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Herndon, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Herndon, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Herndon, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Herndon, VA

Average UV index in April - Herndon, 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
Herndon, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Herndon, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Herndon, VA

Average visibility in April - Herndon, 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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