April weather forecast
Richmond, ME

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Weather in April

Compared to March's high of 37.9°F (3.3°C), April in Richmond sees a significant rise in temperature, peaking at 49.8°F (9.9°C). Much of the snow begins to dissolve, yielding just 2.44" (62mm) of average snowfall in April. The weather turns milder and the city basks in the pleasant spring atmosphere. The lush greenery begins to flourish, providing an attractive contrast against the melting snow. In short, April is characterized by raising temperatures, dwindling snow, and blooming flora in Richmond.

Temperature

Richmond's weather in April presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in March to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). An average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) marks the nights throughout April.

Humidity

In Richmond, Maine, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, in April, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Richmond, in April, during 2.8 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.8 days and aggregates up to 21.97" (558mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In April, the average ocean temperature in Richmond is 40.6°F (4.8°C).
Note: During swimming, this state is an instant threat to life. Breathing is uncontrollable, and coherent thought processes nearly vanish. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal dissipation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Richmond is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

In Richmond, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during April leads to these advisories:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Richmond?

The high-temperature during April is 49.8°F (9.9°C) and the low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Richmond?

In April, the average relative humidity in Richmond, Maine, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Richmond in April?

In Richmond, in April, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April in Richmond?

In Richmond, in April, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in April in Richmond?

In Richmond, Maine, the average seawater temperature in April is 40.6°F (4.8°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Richmond?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richmond, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Richmond?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Richmond is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Richmond?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Richmond, Maine, 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
Richmond, ME

Average temperature in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average high temperature in April: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in April
Richmond, ME

Average pressure in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in April
Richmond, ME

Average wind speed in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in April
Richmond, ME

Average humidity in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in April
Richmond, ME

Average rainfall in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in April
Richmond, ME

Average rainfall days in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Richmond, ME

Average snowfall in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Richmond, ME

Average snowfall days in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Richmond, ME

Average sea temperature in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average sea temperature in April: 40.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.7°F).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Richmond, ME

Average sunshine days in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in April
Richmond, ME

Average UV index in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Richmond, ME

Average cloud cover in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average cloud cover in April: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in April
Richmond, ME

Average visibility in April - Richmond, ME
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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