April weather forecast
Fairmont, WV

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Weather in April

April in Fairmont brings with it a touch of Spring’s vibrancy, as days become longer, and temperatures comfortably warm. The last traces of Winter dissipate, marking nearly the end of the snowfall and the continuation of rain, falling at 3.43" (87mm). The colors of Fairmont burst into life, as trees, flowers, and plants bloom, enhancing the city’s scenic beauty. The residents enjoy less cloud cover and more visible skies. Pleasant breezy conditions dominate most of the day, making it ideal for a broad range of outdoor fun.

Temperature

April's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in March to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). During April, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 41.5°F (5.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Fairmont, the average relative humidity in April is 78%.

Rainfall

In Fairmont, West Virginia, in April, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fairmont, in April, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fairmont, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.7h.

UV index

In Fairmont, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in April translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

During April, Fairmont experiences an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 78%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Fairmont, in April, during 17.8 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout April, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fairmont have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk 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
Fairmont, WV

Average temperature in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average high temperature in April: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Fairmont, WV

Average pressure in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"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
Fairmont, WV

Average wind speed in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Fairmont, WV

Average humidity in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average humidity in April: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in April
Fairmont, WV

Average rainfall in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in April
Fairmont, WV

Average rainfall days in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Fairmont, WV

Average snowfall in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Fairmont, WV

Average snowfall days in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fairmont, WV

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Fairmont, WV

Average sunshine days in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Fairmont, WV

Average UV index in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Fairmont, WV

Average cloud cover in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average cloud cover in April: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in April
Fairmont, WV

Average visibility in April - Fairmont, WV
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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