April weather forecast
Ellicott City, MD

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Weather in April

April in Ellicott City marks a significant shift in weather patterns highlighted by spring’s full bloom. It witnesses considerable warmth as the mercury can hit a pleasant 63.1°F (17.3°C), signifying one of the most significant temperature jumps of the year. Abrupt showers add to April's charm as rainfall increases compared to previous months, and snow becomes a thing of the past. Longer daylight hours coupled with sunnier days enhance outdoor activities and festivities. As April ends, the weather gears up for May, bringing along the early signs of summer.

Temperature

The arrival of April in Ellicott City sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in March to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). An average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) marks the nights in Ellicott City throughout April.

Humidity

In Ellicott City, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

Rainfall

In Ellicott City, during April, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Ellicott City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.5 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Ellicott City. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Ellicott City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ellicott City, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ellicott City, 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 6:08 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ellicott City, the average sunshine in April is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Ellicott City is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ellicott City in April?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during April are 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Ellicott City?

In April, the average relative humidity in Ellicott City is 72%.

How much does it rain in Ellicott City in April?

In April, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout April, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Ellicott City?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Ellicott City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Ellicott City?

In Ellicott City, the average day length in April is 13h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Ellicott City?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ellicott City, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Ellicott City?

In Ellicott City, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Ellicott City?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Ellicott City, Maryland, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average temperature in April - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average high temperature in April: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average pressure in April - Ellicott City, 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).

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Average wind speed in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average wind speed in April - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average humidity in April - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average rainfall in April - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average rainfall days in April - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average snowfall in April - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average snowfall days in April - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average sunshine days in April - Ellicott City, MD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average UV index in April - Ellicott City, 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).

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Average cloud cover in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average cloud cover in April - Ellicott City, 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).

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Average visibility in April
Ellicott City, MD

Average visibility in April - Ellicott City, 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).

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