April weather forecast
Mount Vernon, VA

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Weather in April

April is a comfortable spring month in Mount Vernon, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

Mount Vernon's transition into April is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in March to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). During the month of April, Mount Vernon's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

April and July, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout April, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.2 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Mount Vernon aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mount Vernon, the average sunshine in April is 8.9h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

The high-temperature during April is 65.1°F (18.4°C) and the low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and July, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 71%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Mount Vernon, Virginia, in April, during 15.7 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Mount Vernon?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Mount Vernon aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Mount Vernon, the average day length in April is 13h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Vernon have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Mount Vernon, VA

Average temperature in April - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 65.1°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Mount Vernon, VA

Average pressure in April - Mount Vernon, 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
Mount Vernon, VA

Average wind speed in April - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in April
Mount Vernon, VA

Average humidity in April - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Mount Vernon, VA

Average rainfall in April - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in April
Mount Vernon, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Mount Vernon, VA

Average snowfall in April - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Mount Vernon, VA

Average snowfall days in April - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Mount Vernon, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Mount Vernon, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Mount Vernon, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Mount Vernon, VA

Average UV index in April - Mount Vernon, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Mount Vernon, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 41

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
Mount Vernon, VA

Average visibility in April - Mount Vernon, 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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