April weather forecast
Richwood, WV

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Weather in April

April is a moderate spring month in Richwood, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.2°F (15.1°C) and min 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in March to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). In April, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Richwood, in April, during 19.1 rainfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.5 days and collects up to 41.61" (1057mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Richwood, in April, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Richwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.4 days and aggregates up to 37.4" (950mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Richwood is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Richwood in April?

In Richwood, 59.2°F (15.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 40.5°F (4.7°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Richwood, in April, it is raining for 19.1 days, with typically 4.41" (112mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Richwood, West Virginia, in April, during 3 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Richwood have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April in Richwood, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richwood have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Richwood, WV

Average temperature in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average high temperature in April: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Richwood, WV

Average pressure in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Richwood, WV

Average wind speed in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Richwood, WV

Average humidity in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in April
Richwood, WV

Average rainfall in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average rainfall in April: 4.41"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in April
Richwood, WV

Average rainfall days in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average rainfall days in April: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Richwood, WV

Average snowfall in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Richwood, WV

Average snowfall days in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Richwood, WV
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Richwood, WV

Average sunshine days in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in April: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Richwood, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Richwood, WV

Average cloud cover in April - Richwood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in April: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in April
Richwood, WV

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

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

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