April weather forecastSarasota, FL
April
Weather in April
Sarasota's April begs to differ from the previous month by introducing a pronounced change in the weather. Sarasota witnesses longer daylight hours extending to 12.8 hours, creating more opportunities for outdoor pursuits. A visible increase in temperature is evident, signifying the arrival of warmer spring mornings and nights. Rainfall slightly rises to 1.34" (34mm), continuing to spread over an extended period of 11.6 days. Compared to March, the weather in April in Sarasota becomes notably more spring-like with the increase in temperature and a moderate rise in rainfall.Temperature
With the start of April, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from March's moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) to a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C). In April, Sarasota experiences a temperature dip to an average of 67.8°F (19.9°C) at night.Humidity
March through May, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Sarasota.Rainfall
In Sarasota, in April, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sarasota, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In April, the average ocean temperature is 73.4°F (23°C).Note: Your comfort in 73.4°F (23°C) waters hinges on your relationship with the cold, today's sunny disposition, wind patterns, and the air's temperature. For context, Olympic swimmers are no strangers to waters of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 12h and 50min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine in Sarasota is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April in Sarasota is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during April morphs into the following directions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Warning! The reflection of sand and water increases the UV dose.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average high temperature in April: 80.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 67.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.1°F).
Average pressure in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average pressure in April: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average wind speed in April: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).
Average humidity in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average humidity in April: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (72%).
Average rainfall in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average rainfall in April: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").
Average rainfall days in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average rainfall days in April: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (8.3 days).
Average sea temperature in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average sea temperature in April: 73.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64.1°F).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average sunshine days in April: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).
Average UV index in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average UV index in April: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in April
Sarasota, FL
- Average cloud cover in April: 24
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in April
Sarasota, 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).
