April weather forecastElsmere, DE
April
Weather in April
The onset of April introduces Spring to Elsmere, bringing mild weather and greater sunshine. The rainfall increases slightly to 2.6" (66mm), spread across 15.3 days hinting at occasional showers. Concurrently, snofall all but disappears, marking less than 0.1 inch. Longer daylight hours allow ample room for outdoor activities and social gatherings. As April transitions into May, the temperature and humidity slowly drift upwards.Temperature
Entering April, Elsmere sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from March's cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Elsmere records an average nighttime low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) throughout April.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 71%, April is the least humid month.Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout April, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elsmere, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.9 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Elsmere, during April, snow falls for 0.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Elsmere, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.8 days and aggregates up to 10.28" (261mm) of snow.Daylight
In Elsmere, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 17min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Elsmere, the average sunshine in April is 8.6h.UV index
In Elsmere, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during April translates into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Elsmere, DE
- Average high temperature in April: 61.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 45.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in April
Elsmere, DE
- Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Elsmere, DE
- Average wind speed in April: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in April
Elsmere, DE
- Average humidity in April: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in April
Elsmere, DE
- Average rainfall in April: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in April
Elsmere, DE
- Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in April
Elsmere, DE
- Average snowfall in April: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Elsmere, DE
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 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
Elsmere, DE
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 18min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in April
Elsmere, DE
- Average sunshine days in April: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in April
Elsmere, DE
- 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
Elsmere, DE
- Average cloud cover in April: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in April
Elsmere, DE
- 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).
