April weather forecast
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Weather in April

With April emerges a noticeable hint of summer as temperatures leap to a considerably warmer 65.5°F (18.6°C) during the day, giving a true sense of spring's arrival in La Plata. The continuous rise in temperature manifests with a steady increase in the night temperature, settling to a comfortably cool 47.7°F (8.7°C). April's weather deviates from March with its rainfall totaling up to 2.4" (61mm) and spreading across approximately 14.8 days. Distinct from the neighboring month of May, April experiences less relative humidity, reading at around 73%. With the shift in the season, sunshine hours witness an elongation with the seasonable spring sunlight lasting for approximately 8.7 hours a day.

Temperature

With the onset of April, La Plata sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from March's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). During April, La Plata's temperature averages to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) at night.

Humidity

January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in La Plata.

Rainfall

In La Plata, during April, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.4 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, La Plata aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In La Plata, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of April in La Plata, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in La Plata is 8.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in La Plata is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for La Plata in April?

During April, La Plata experiences an average high-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) and a low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the least humid month in La Plata?

The months with the lowest humidity in La Plata are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in April in La Plata?

In April, the average relative humidity in La Plata, Maryland, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in April in La Plata?

In La Plata, Maryland, during April, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in La Plata?

April is the last month it regularly snows in La Plata, Maryland. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, La Plata aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in La Plata?

In La Plata, Maryland, the average day length in April is 13h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in La Plata?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in La Plata, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does La Plata have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in La Plata, Maryland, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in La Plata?

In La Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJFMAprilMJJASOND
Mar
April
May
Average high temperature
53.6°F 12°C
65.5°F 18.6°C
74.5°F 23.6°C
Average low temperature
37.9°F 3.3°C
47.7°F 8.7°C
56.7°F 13.7°C
Average pressure
30.08" 764mmHg
29.99" 762mmHg
30.01" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
7.8mph 12.6km/h
7.8mph 12.6km/h
6.5mph 10.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.4mph 13.5km/h
8.5mph 13.7km/h
7mph 11.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
12.3mph 19.8km/h
12.4mph 20km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
Average humidity
73%
73%
78%
Average rainfall
2.4" 61mm
2.4" 61mm
2.72" 69mm
Average rainfall days
13.8
14.8
16.8
Average snowfall
1.77" 45mm
0.28" 7mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
2.7
0.2
0
Average daylight
12h 0min
13h 1min
14h 2min
Average sunshine
6h 4min
8h 4min
8h 5min
Average sunshine days
14.7
13.7
11.4
Average UV index
3
4
6
Average cloud cover
47%
42%
45%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in April
La Plata, MD

Average temperature in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average high temperature in April: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 47.7°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 (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in April
La Plata, MD

Average pressure in April - La Plata, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
La Plata, MD

Average wind speed in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
La Plata, MD

Average humidity in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (73%).

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Average rainfall in April
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in April
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall days in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in April
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall days in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
La Plata, MD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
La Plata, MD

Average sunshine days in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in April
La Plata, MD

Average UV index in April - La Plata, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
La Plata, MD

Average cloud cover in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in April
La Plata, MD

Average visibility in April - La Plata, MD
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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