April weather forecastHartford, CT

April
Weather in April
Hartford weather in April asserts a full fledged spring statement. The climate overcomes residual winter chills, substituting them with mild, pleasant conditions. A remarkable upswing is observed with temperatures scaling up to an average high of 56.5°F (13.6°C). This month is characterized by frequent showers, coaxing the cityscape to dress in vibrant spring colors. April becomes a beacon of solace, shedding the cumbersome winter garb and embracing spring's geniality.Temperature
Hartford sees a rise in temperature during April, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in March to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). Hartford usually reports an average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) during the month of April.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 70%, April is the least humid month in Hartford.Rainfall
In Hartford, in April, during 11.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hartford, there are 113.2 rainfall days, and 10.24" (260mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In April, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout April, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.5 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of April, in Hartford, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine is 8.3h.UV index
In Hartford, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in April translates into this advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Hartford, CT
- Average high temperature in April: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 39.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).
Average pressure in April
Hartford, CT
- Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Hartford, CT
- Average wind speed in April: 7.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in April
Hartford, CT
- Average humidity in April: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in April
Hartford, CT
- Average rainfall in April: 0.98"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").
Average rainfall days in April
Hartford, CT
- Average rainfall days in April: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in April
Hartford, CT
- Average snowfall in April: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Hartford, CT
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Hartford, CT
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in April: 8h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in April
Hartford, CT
- Average sunshine days in April: 16.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Hartford, CT
- Average UV index in April: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Hartford, CT
- Average cloud cover in April: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in April
Hartford, CT
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).





