April weather forecastOrland, ME

April

Weather in April

April is a frosty spring month in Orland, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

Orland in April experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from March's cold 37°F (2.8°C) to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) throughout April.

Humidity

April and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

April is the month with the most rainfall in Orland. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Orland, Maine, during April, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Orland, Maine, the average seawater temperature in April is 40.1°F (4.5°C).
Note: With respect to swimming, this presents an immediate life risk. Instant loss of breath control impedes logical thought. The use of a specialized swimsuit is vital to curb thermal loss.

Daylight

In Orland, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in April, in Orland, is 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

April and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

In Orland, in April, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In April, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout April, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

In Orland, the average seawater temperature in April is 40.1°F (4.5°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

The average day length in April is 13h and 31min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in April is 7h.

In Orland, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Orland, ME

  • Average high temperature in April: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Orland, ME

  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Orland, ME

  • Average wind speed in April: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Orland, ME

  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in April
Orland, ME

  • Average rainfall in April: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in April
Orland, ME

  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Orland, ME

  • Average snowfall in April: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Orland, ME

  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Orland, ME

  • Average sea temperature in April: 40.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.5°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Orland, ME

  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Orland, ME

  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Orland, ME

  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Orland, ME

  • Average cloud cover in April: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in April
Orland, ME

  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).