April weather forecast
Jacksonville, FL

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Water geysers at the fountain of Jacksonville in Florida, USA, with the cityscape
Water geysers at the fountain of Jacksonville in Florida, USA, with the cityscape

Weather in April

April's arrival brings a noticeable difference in Jacksonville's weather - mainly through increased temperatures. There is a rising trend towards humidity, although it remains fairly consistent from March. Rainfall patterns register a significant increase from 1.38" (35mm) in March to 2.09" (53mm). With this shift, the chances of clear skies decrease, catering to the spring showers mystique. The inevitability of warmer months is recognized through the steady rise in sea temperature.

Temperature

The shift into April is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from March's pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) to a moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C). Jacksonville experiences an average nighttime temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) in the month of April.

Humidity

In Jacksonville, Florida, the average relative humidity in April is 70%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout April, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through November are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In April, the average ocean temperature is 69.1°F (20.6°C).
Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 69.1°F (20.6°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Jacksonville, Florida, is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of April, in Jacksonville, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Jacksonville, the average sunshine in April is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Jacksonville, Florida, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during April morphs into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Jacksonville?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Jacksonville, is 80.1°F (26.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Jacksonville?

In April, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in Jacksonville in April?

In Jacksonville, Florida, during April, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Jacksonville?

January through November are months without snowfall.

What is the ocean temperature in April in Jacksonville?

In Jacksonville, Florida, the average seawater temperature in April is 69.1°F (20.6°C). For most, swimming in 69.1°F (20.6°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Jacksonville have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Jacksonville?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jacksonville have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Jacksonville is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in April in Jacksonville?

In Jacksonville, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average temperature in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average high temperature in April: 80.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (63.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.8°F).

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Average pressure in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average pressure in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average pressure in April: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average wind speed in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average humidity in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average humidity in April: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).

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Average rainfall in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average rainfall in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average rainfall days in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall days in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average snowfall days in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

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

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Average sea temperature in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average sea temperature in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average sea temperature in April: 69.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (60.4°F).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Jacksonville, 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: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average sunshine days in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average UV index in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average UV index in April: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average cloud cover in April - Jacksonville, FL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in April
Jacksonville, FL

Average visibility in April - Jacksonville, 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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