April weather forecast
Shepherdstown, WV

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Weather in April

April in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, is an enjoyable spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.3°F (17.4°C) and an average low of 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The transition to April introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in March to a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C). During April, Shepherdstown records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and July, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Shepherdstown, in April, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Shepherdstown, in April, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shepherdstown, the average sunshine in April is 8.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in April leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Shepherdstown, records 63.3°F (17.4°C), while the low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

April and July, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Shepherdstown in April?

In Shepherdstown, West Virginia, in April, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Shepherdstown, in April, during 0.3 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shepherdstown have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Shepherdstown, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

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

Average temperature in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average high temperature in April: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average pressure in April - Shepherdstown, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Shepherdstown, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average humidity in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average rainfall in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average rainfall days in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average snowfall in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average snowfall days in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Shepherdstown, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average sunshine days in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average UV index in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average cloud cover in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Shepherdstown, WV

Average visibility in April - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).

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