April weather forecast
Cambridge, MA

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The John Weeks Memorial Footbridge in Cambridge, Massachusetts, over the Charles River calm waters, and a distant view of the Havard University student residence unit
The John Weeks Memorial Footbridge in Cambridge, Massachusetts, over the Charles River calm waters, and a distant view of the Havard University student residence unit

Weather in April

April is a month of true transformation in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with the definitive arrival of spring. Traces of winter have finally faded and the city basks in the pleasant and mild temperatures. The beautiful blossoming of flora is hard to overlook, adding vibrancy to the city. Mostly dry and clear days present weather running from 40.1°F (4.5°C) to 55.6°F (13.1°C). This change in climate allows one to enjoy outdoor activities and festivities that come with the warming months.

Temperature

April's arrival in Cambridge is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in March to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). Throughout April, an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is expected.

Humidity

The least humid month in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is April, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Cambridge, in April, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81.8 rainfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Cambridge, during April, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cambridge, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Cambridge is 8.2h.

UV index

In Cambridge, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Cambridge?

Cambridge in April has an average high-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the least humid month in Cambridge?

With an average relative humidity of 69%, April is the least humid month in Cambridge.

What is the average humidity in April in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in April is 69%.

How much does it rain in Cambridge in April?

In Cambridge, in April, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cambridge in April?

In Cambridge, Massachusetts, in April, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cambridge have in April?

The average day length in April in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is 13h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Cambridge?

On the first day of April in Cambridge, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Cambridge?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Cambridge?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Cambridge, MA

Average temperature in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average high temperature in April: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in April
Cambridge, MA

Average pressure in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Cambridge, MA

Average wind speed in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in April
Cambridge, MA

Average humidity in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average humidity in April: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

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Average rainfall in April
Cambridge, MA

Average rainfall in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in April
Cambridge, MA

Average rainfall days in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Cambridge, MA

Average snowfall in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Cambridge, MA

Average snowfall days in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cambridge, MA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Cambridge, MA

Average sunshine days in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.4 days).

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Average UV index in April
Cambridge, MA

Average UV index in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Cambridge, MA

Average cloud cover in April - Cambridge, MA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in April
Cambridge, MA

Average visibility in April - Cambridge, MA
  • 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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