April weather forecast
Petersburg, VA

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Weather in April

In April, Petersburg, Virginia experiences a fair amount of rainfall with a relative increase in warmer temperatures. Spring truly sets in, and nature blooms in its full glory, heightened by longer sunlight hours. This month typically sees cloud cover receding, introducing clear skies more often. Though April makes for mostly mild weather, the temperature sees a notable rise reaching from 49.1°F (9.5°C) to 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

April's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in March to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). Petersburg's average low-temperature in the month of April is recorded at a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, Virginia, during April, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Petersburg are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows in Petersburg, Virginia. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Petersburg aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, Virginia, there are 5.5 snowfall days, and 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Petersburg is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of April, in Petersburg, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Petersburg, Virginia, is 9.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during April translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Petersburg?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Petersburg during April are 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Petersburg?

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

How much does it rain in Petersburg in April?

In Petersburg, Virginia, in April, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Petersburg?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Petersburg. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Petersburg aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in April?

In April, the average day length in Petersburg, Virginia, is 13h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Petersburg?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Petersburg?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Petersburg is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Petersburg?

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
Petersburg, VA

Average temperature in April - Petersburg, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 49.1°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 (30°F).

Average pressure in April
Petersburg, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Petersburg, VA

Average wind speed in April - Petersburg, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Petersburg, VA

Average humidity in April - Petersburg, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Petersburg, VA

Average rainfall in April - Petersburg, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Petersburg, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Petersburg, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Petersburg, VA

Average snowfall in April - Petersburg, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Petersburg, VA

Average snowfall days in April - Petersburg, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 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
Petersburg, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Petersburg, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Petersburg, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Petersburg, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Petersburg, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Petersburg, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Petersburg, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Petersburg, VA

Average visibility in April - Petersburg, 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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