April weather forecast
West McLean, VA

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Weather in April

April in West McLean, Virginia, is a comfortable spring month, with an average temperature varying between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

April marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from March's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). April's average low-temperature reading settles at a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In West McLean, during April, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In West McLean, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, West McLean aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In West McLean, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in West McLean, Virginia, is 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in April leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

West McLean in April has an average high-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 71%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In West McLean, in April, during 10.8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, West McLean aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April in West McLean, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In West McLean, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in April is 9h.

How high is the UV index in April?

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

Average temperature in April - West McLean, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.6°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in April
West McLean, VA

Average pressure in April - West McLean, 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
West McLean, VA

Average wind speed in April - West McLean, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in April
West McLean, VA

Average humidity in April - West McLean, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in April
West McLean, VA

Average rainfall in April - West McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in April
West McLean, VA

Average rainfall days in April - West McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
West McLean, VA

Average snowfall in April - West McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
West McLean, VA

Average snowfall days in April - West McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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
West McLean, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - West McLean, VA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
West McLean, VA

Average sunshine days in April - West McLean, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in April
West McLean, VA

Average UV index in April - West McLean, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
West McLean, VA

Average cloud cover in April - West McLean, 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
West McLean, VA

Average visibility in April - West McLean, 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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