April weather forecastLafayette, LA
April
Weather in April
April offers beautiful spring weather. It is a transformative period with temperatures lying between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 77.5°F (25.3°C), the highest thus far in the year. The increased heat levels lead to a moderate drop in humidity, still, the city continues to enjoy plentiful sunshine. Consistent cloud coverage ensures that the weather does not abruptly heat up, maintaining a mild climate. All these factors conjointly mold April into an inviting time to visit Lafayette.Temperature
A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in April, transitioning from an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) in March to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). In April, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 60.1°F (15.6°C).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Lafayette, during April, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Lafayette, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 56min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Lafayette, the average sunshine in April is 9.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average high temperature in April: 77.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 60.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).
Average pressure in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average wind speed in April: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.3mph).
Average humidity in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average humidity in April: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average rainfall in April: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.83").
Average rainfall days in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average rainfall days in April: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall days in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average snowfall days in April: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 54min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average sunshine days in April: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).
Average UV index in April
Lafayette, LA
- 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 December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in April
Lafayette, LA
- Average cloud cover in April: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in April
Lafayette, LA
- 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).
