April weather forecastColumbia, MD
April
Weather in April
April is a monthly treat for Columbia, Maryland, presenting a lively Spring canvas. With the town bathed in more sunlight, the mood is positive and active, enhanced by cleaner skies and a rise in visibility. Interestingly, April relinquishes the final traces of snowfall from the preceding month. The temperatures display a clear incline with lows of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and maximums soaring to 63.1°F (17.3°C). Scents of blossoms punctuate the air, adding to the simple joys of walking under the clear blue skies.Temperature
The onset of April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in March to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C). During April, the average low-temperature in Columbia is a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C).Humidity
April and July, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Columbia, in April, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.3 days and collects up to 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Columbia, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Columbia, Maryland, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 16min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Columbia, the average sunshine in April is 8.7h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in April leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Columbia, MD
- Average high temperature in April: 63.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 45.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in April
Columbia, MD
- Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Columbia, MD
- Average wind speed in April: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in April
Columbia, MD
- Average humidity in April: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).
Average rainfall in April
Columbia, MD
- Average rainfall in April: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").
Average rainfall days in April
Columbia, MD
- Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in April
Columbia, MD
- Average snowfall in April: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Columbia, MD
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Columbia, MD
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in April: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in April
Columbia, MD
- Average sunshine days in April: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in April
Columbia, MD
- Average UV index in April: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Columbia, MD
- Average cloud cover in April: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in April
Columbia, MD
- 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).
