April weather forecast
Birch Bay, WA

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Weather in April

April is a cool spring month in Birch Bay, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

April signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from March's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). In April, the temperature drops to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In April, in Birch Bay, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout April, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Birch Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.1 days and collects up to 43.78" (1112mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Birch Bay aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Birch Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In April, the average ocean temperature is 45°F (7.2°C).
Note: Staying in 45°F (7.2°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 Birch Bay, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:25 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Birch Bay is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In April, in Birch Bay, the average high-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 79%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Birch Bay, in April, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Birch Bay aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in April in Birch Bay?

In Birch Bay, the average seawater temperature in April is 45°F (7.2°C). Swimming in 45°F (7.2°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.

How many hours of daylight does Birch Bay have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:25 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Birch Bay have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average temperature in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (35.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average pressure in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average pressure in April: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average wind speed in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average humidity in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average humidity in April: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average rainfall in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (7.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.67").

Average rainfall days in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average rainfall days in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average snowfall in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average snowfall days in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average sea temperature in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average sea temperature in April: 45°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (52.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average sunshine days in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average UV index in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average cloud cover in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in April
Birch Bay, WA

Average visibility in April - Birch Bay, WA
  • 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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