April weather forecast
McDowell, VA

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in McDowell, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of April, McDowell's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in March to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). McDowell observes an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) during April nights.

Humidity

In McDowell, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In McDowell, in April, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.6 rainfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout April, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. In McDowell, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 14.41" (366mm) of snow.

Daylight

In McDowell, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

In McDowell, 62.8°F (17.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.8°F (6°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April in McDowell?

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In McDowell, in April, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In McDowell, during April, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McDowell have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in McDowell?

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

Average temperature in April - McDowell, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in April
McDowell, VA

Average pressure in April - McDowell, VA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"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
McDowell, VA

Average wind speed in April - McDowell, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in April
McDowell, VA

Average humidity in April - McDowell, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in April
McDowell, VA

Average rainfall in April - McDowell, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in April
McDowell, VA

Average rainfall days in April - McDowell, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
McDowell, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
McDowell, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
McDowell, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - McDowell, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
McDowell, VA

Average sunshine days in April - McDowell, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in April
McDowell, VA

Average UV index in April - McDowell, VA
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
McDowell, VA

Average cloud cover in April - McDowell, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
McDowell, VA

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

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

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