April weather forecast
Santa Monica, CA

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The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier
The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier

Weather in April

April in Santa Monica, California, is a pleasant spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.4°F and an average low of 53.6°F.

Temperature

The beginning of April records an average high-temperature of a pleasant 69.4°F, marking a negligible difference from March's 66.7°F. Santa Monica throughout April, records an average low-temperature of 53.6°F.

Humidity

In Santa Monica, the average relative humidity in April is 61%.

Rainfall

In Santa Monica, California, in April, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.43" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Monica, there are 48.8 rainfall days, and 7.52" of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F.
Note: The majority of individuals do not enjoy swimming in water that is 59°F. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F to 59°F.

Daylight

In Santa Monica, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of April, in Santa Monica, California, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:36 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Santa Monica, California, is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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FAQ

What is the usual temperature for Santa Monica in April?

April temperatures in Santa Monica, California, vary between a high-temperature of 69.4°F and a low-temperature of 53.6°F.

What is the average humidity in April in Santa Monica?

The average relative humidity in April in Santa Monica, California, is 61%.

How many days does it rain in April in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, California, during April, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" of precipitation.

What are the months with the coldest ocean in Santa Monica?

January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F, are months with the coldest seawater in Santa Monica, California.

What is the ocean temperature in April in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, in April, the average water temperature is 59°F. Swimming in 59°F is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F.

What is the average length of the day in April in Santa Monica?

The average day length in April in Santa Monica is 13h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Santa Monica?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:36 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, California, the average sunshine duration in April is 10.9h.

How high is the UV index in April in Santa Monica?

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

Average temperature in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average high temperature in April: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.5°F).

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Average pressure in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average pressure in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average wind speed in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average humidity in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average humidity in April: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

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Average rainfall in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall days in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average sea temperature in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sea temperature in April: 59°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (66°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May and December (59°F).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average sunshine days in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average UV index in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average cloud cover in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average visibility in April - Santa Monica, 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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