April weather forecast
Lancaster, VA

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Lancaster, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as March gives way to April, with average highs shifting from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). During the nights in April, Lancaster experiences a consistent average temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Lancaster, in April, during 15.7 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) 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, Lancaster aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12 snowfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in April leads to these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

In Lancaster, in April, the average high-temperature is 66.6°F (19.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout April, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Lancaster?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Lancaster aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

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

Average temperature in April - Lancaster, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 48.7°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 (29.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Lancaster, VA

Average pressure in April - Lancaster, VA
  • Average pressure in April: 30"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
Lancaster, VA

Average wind speed in April - Lancaster, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Lancaster, VA

Average humidity in April - Lancaster, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Lancaster, VA

Average rainfall in April - Lancaster, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in April
Lancaster, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Lancaster, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Lancaster, VA

Average snowfall in April - Lancaster, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Lancaster, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Lancaster, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Lancaster, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Lancaster, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Lancaster, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Lancaster, VA

Average UV index in April - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Lancaster, 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 31).

Average visibility in April
Lancaster, VA

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

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

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