April weather forecastWest Ocean City, MD

April

Weather in April

In April, West Ocean City embraces the full bloom of spring with warmer days and extended daylight. This month also marks the end of winter's snowfall, bringing about a dry terrain for outdoor enthusiasts. In spite of warmer days, the evenings retain their coolness, delivering a pleasant contrast. April certainly presents an improved visage with regards to climatic conditions as compared to March. It is this growing warmth that adds excitement and vibrancy to this coastal city.

Temperature

The arrival of April witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in March to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C). A mean low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) is anticipated during the month of April, a slight step down from the daytime high.

Humidity

In West Ocean City, the average relative humidity in April is 78%.

Rainfall

In West Ocean City, in April, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In West Ocean City, the average seawater temperature in April is 49.6°F (9.8°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 49.6°F (9.8°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In West Ocean City, 56.1°F (13.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 49.8°F (9.9°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

In April, the average relative humidity is 78%.

In West Ocean City, in April, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

April through October are months without snowfall.

In April, in West Ocean City, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

In West Ocean City, in April, the average water temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.1h.

The average daily maximum UV index in April in West Ocean City is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

47.7°F

56.1°F

65.1°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.4mph

14.3mph

12.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

1.1

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.8

14.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average high temperature in April: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

Average low temperature in April: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average pressure in April: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average wind speed in April: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average humidity in April: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average rainfall in April: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average rainfall days in April: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average sea temperature in April: 49.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (41.9°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average daylight in April: 13h and 12min

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: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average sunshine days in April: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in April
West Ocean 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
West Ocean City, MD

Average cloud cover in April: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in April
West Ocean 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).