April weather forecast
Bethesda, MD

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Weather in April

April in Bethesda, Maryland, is a refreshing spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

As Bethesda enters April, the average high-temperature increases from the a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) of March to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Bethesda's temperature lowers to a mean of 46.4°F (8°C) during the nights in April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 70%.

Rainfall

In Bethesda, during April, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Bethesda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Bethesda aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Bethesda, Maryland, is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of April in Bethesda, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Bethesda, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during April translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Bethesda?

The high-temperature, in April, in Bethesda, is 64.9°F (18.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Bethesda?

In April, the average relative humidity in Bethesda, Maryland, is 70%.

How much does it rain in Bethesda in April?

In April, in Bethesda, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout April, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Bethesda?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Bethesda, Maryland. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Bethesda aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bethesda have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Bethesda?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Bethesda?

In Bethesda, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Bethesda?

In Bethesda, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Bethesda, MD

Average temperature in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average high temperature in April: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in April
Bethesda, MD

Average pressure in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"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
Bethesda, MD

Average wind speed in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Bethesda, MD

Average humidity in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average humidity in April: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Bethesda, MD

Average rainfall in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in April
Bethesda, MD

Average rainfall days in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Bethesda, MD

Average snowfall in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Bethesda, MD

Average snowfall days in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Bethesda, MD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Bethesda, MD
  • 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Bethesda, MD

Average sunshine days in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Bethesda, MD

Average UV index in April - Bethesda, MD
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Bethesda, MD

Average cloud cover in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Bethesda, MD

Average visibility in April - Bethesda, MD
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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