April weather forecast
Peterson, WV

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Weather in April

April is an enjoyable spring month in Peterson, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.2°F (6.2°C) and max 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of April marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in March to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 43.2°F (6.2°C) during April nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 78%.

Rainfall

In Peterson, in April, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Peterson are January through May, October through December. In Peterson, in April, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 32.17" (817mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Peterson, the average sunshine in April is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

In Peterson, in April, the average high-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 78%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Peterson, in April, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Peterson, in April, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterson have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity 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
Peterson, WV

Average temperature in April - Peterson, WV
  • Average high temperature in April: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Peterson, WV

Average pressure in April - Peterson, WV
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Peterson, WV

Average wind speed in April - Peterson, WV
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Peterson, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Peterson, WV

Average rainfall in April - Peterson, WV
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in April
Peterson, WV

Average rainfall days in April - Peterson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in April: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Peterson, WV

Average snowfall in April - Peterson, WV
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Peterson, WV

Average snowfall days in April - Peterson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Peterson, WV
  • 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Peterson, WV

Average sunshine days in April - Peterson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Peterson, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Peterson, WV

Average cloud cover in April - Peterson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in April
Peterson, WV

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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