April weather forecast
The Plains, VA

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Weather in April

April in The Plains, Virginia, is an enjoyable spring month, with an average temperature varying between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

As The Plains welcomes April, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in March to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). The nighttime temperature, during April, averages of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In The Plains, Virginia, during April, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.5 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In April, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout April, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In The Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:03 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in April transforms into this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in The Plains, records 65.1°F (18.4°C), while the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April in The Plains is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In The Plains, in April, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In The Plains, during April, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does The Plains have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April in The Plains, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does The Plains have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
The Plains, VA

Average temperature in April - The Plains, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in April
The Plains, VA

Average pressure in April - The Plains, 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
The Plains, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in April
The Plains, VA

Average humidity in April - The Plains, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in April
The Plains, VA

Average rainfall in April - The Plains, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in April
The Plains, VA

Average rainfall days in April - The Plains, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
The Plains, VA

Average snowfall in April - The Plains, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
The Plains, VA

Average snowfall days in April - The Plains, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
The Plains, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - The Plains, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
The Plains, VA

Average sunshine days in April - The Plains, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in April
The Plains, VA

Average UV index in April - The Plains, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
The Plains, VA

Average cloud cover in April - The Plains, 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 30).

Average visibility in April
The Plains, VA

Average visibility in April - The Plains, VA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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