April weather forecast
Fort Walton Beach, FL

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The vast Fort Walton Beach in Florida, with a high view of the city and part of the river
The vast Fort Walton Beach in Florida, with a high view of the city and part of the river

Weather in April

April in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63°F (17.2°C) and 74.3°F (23.5°C).

Temperature

Fort Walton Beach's transition into April sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) in March to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). Fort Walton Beach registers a consistent average low-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) during April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Fort Walton Beach, Florida, in April, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Walton Beach, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 38.03" (966mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fort Walton Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

Ocean temperature

In Fort Walton Beach, the average seawater temperature in April is 70.5°F (21.4°C).
Note: Swimming becomes less enjoyable for most at a surface water temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C). As the temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In Fort Walton Beach, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of April, in Fort Walton Beach, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Fort Walton Beach is 10.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Walton Beach is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in April leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take note! Sand and water reflections strengthen the Sun's UV exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fort Walton Beach in April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Fort Walton Beach, is 74.3°F (23.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 63°F (17.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Fort Walton Beach?

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April in Fort Walton Beach?

In Fort Walton Beach, in April, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fort Walton Beach?

March through December are months without snowfall.

What is the ocean temperature in April in Fort Walton Beach?

In Fort Walton Beach, the average seawater temperature in April is 70.5°F (21.4°C). Swimming in 70.5°F (21.4°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Fort Walton Beach have in April?

In April, the average day length in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, is 12h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Fort Walton Beach?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Fort Walton Beach?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Fort Walton Beach?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average temperature in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in April: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 63°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

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Average pressure in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average pressure in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average pressure in April: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average wind speed in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in April: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average humidity in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average rainfall in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

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Average snowfall days in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average snowfall days in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in April: 70.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (62.3°F).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.1 days).

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Average UV index in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average UV index in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in April
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average visibility in April - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 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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