April weather forecast
Newport News, VA

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Weather in April

A balmy breeze is felt in the city of Newport News in April, with temperatures pushing to a warm 64°F (17.8°C) average. Exceptional to note is the sharp decrease of pressure in the atmosphere, shifting from 30.08" (764mm) to 30.01" (762mm). With the city's weather moving away from cloudy, the sun makes a welcome entry, becoming the artist behind the city's transformation. The daylight hours significantly increase, paired with a slight uptick in hours of sunshine. In essence, April is a mesmerizing blend of warm days, longer sunshine hours, and gusty breezes, providing an exceptionally pleasant weather in Newport News.

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in April, with an increase from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in March to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). Newport News experiences an average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) in the month of April.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Newport News, in April, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Newport News, snow does not fall in April through November.

Ocean temperature

In Newport News, the average seawater temperature in April is 54.1°F (12.3°C).
Note: Staying in 54.1°F (12.3°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

In Newport News, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard 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:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

In Newport News, 64°F (17.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 51.6°F (10.9°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April in Newport News?

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

How many days does it rain in April?

In Newport News, in April, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in April?

In April, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

How cold is the water in April?

In April, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C). Swimming in 54.1°F (12.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Newport News have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Newport News, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Newport News, VA

Average temperature in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Newport News, VA

Average pressure in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average pressure in April: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Newport News, VA

Average wind speed in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in April
Newport News, VA

Average humidity in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Newport News, VA

Average rainfall in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in April
Newport News, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Newport News, VA

Average snowfall in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Newport News, VA

Average snowfall days in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Newport News, VA

Average sea temperature in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average sea temperature in April: 54.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Newport News, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Newport News, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Newport News, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Newport News, VA

Average UV index in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Newport News, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Newport News, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 37

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 27).

Average visibility in April
Newport News, VA

Average visibility in April - Newport News, 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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