April weather forecast
Sacramento, CA

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The State Capitol Building in Sacramento, California
The State Capitol Building in Sacramento, California

Weather in April

April brings vibrant spring flowers and warmer weather to Sacramento. The rainfall decreases significantly to 0.67", offering locals and visitors more sunny days to explore the city's outdoor attractions. It's worth noting that the relative humidity also drops to 68%, a considerable change compared to previous months. April weather provides the perfect setting for enjoying a stroll along the American River or around the State Historic Park. This month experiences longer daylight hours, allowing for extended explorations of Sacramento's rich history and thriving food scene.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen in Sacramento with the onset of April, moving from a comfortable 63.3°F in March to a pleasant 70.3°F. Despite substantial daily fluctuations, the average low-temperature in Sacramento is a chilly 46.9°F during April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Sacramento is 68%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout April, 0.67" of precipitation is accumulated. In Sacramento, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.6 days and collects up to 7.6" of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Sacramento is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of April, in Sacramento, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:56 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.9h.

UV index

In Sacramento, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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FAQ

What is the average April temperature in Sacramento?

The high-temperature in Sacramento, California, during April is 70.3°F and the low-temperature is 46.9°F.

What is the average humidity in April in Sacramento?

In Sacramento, the average relative humidity in April is 68%.

How much does it rain in Sacramento in April?

In Sacramento, California, during April, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Sacramento have in April?

The average day length in April in Sacramento is 13h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Sacramento?

On the first day of April in Sacramento, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:56 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Sacramento?

In Sacramento, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Sacramento?

In Sacramento, California, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Sacramento, CA

Average temperature in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average high temperature in April: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.4°F).

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Average pressure in April
Sacramento, CA

Average pressure in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average pressure in April: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Sacramento, CA

Average wind speed in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average wind speed in April: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and November (5mph).

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Average humidity in April
Sacramento, CA

Average humidity in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average humidity in April: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (45%).

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Average rainfall in April
Sacramento, CA

Average rainfall in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in April
Sacramento, CA

Average rainfall days in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Sacramento, CA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sacramento, CA
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Sacramento, CA

Average sunshine days in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.7 days).

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Average UV index in April
Sacramento, CA

Average UV index in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in April
Sacramento, CA

Average cloud cover in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in April
Sacramento, CA

Average visibility in April - Sacramento, CA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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