April weather forecast
Albuquerque, NM

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A square in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a view of the civic and government buildings
A square in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a view of the civic and government buildings

Weather in April

April brings even warmer temperatures to Albuquerque, setting the city firmly on the path of spring. The conditions are relatively arid with a decrease in rainfall as compared to March. Flowers start blooming, coloring the city with a beautiful natural palette. There’s a strong presence of the sun, with 11.4 hours of sunshine on average per day. Although the wind slightly picks up pace compared to March, reaching 9.4mph (15.1km/h), it's generally a peaceful time weather-wise in Albuquerque.

Temperature

April's arrival in Albuquerque is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) in March to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Albuquerque endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) during April nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 29%.

Rainfall

In April, in Albuquerque, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout April, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.6 rainfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows in Albuquerque. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Albuquerque aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Albuquerque is 13h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of April, in Albuquerque, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:51 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Albuquerque, the average sunshine in April is 11.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Albuquerque is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Albuquerque?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Albuquerque during April are 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Albuquerque?

In April, the average relative humidity in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is 29%.

How many days does it rain in April in Albuquerque?

In Albuquerque, New Mexico, in April, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Albuquerque?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Albuquerque aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Albuquerque?

In Albuquerque, New Mexico, the average day length in April is 13h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Albuquerque?

On the first day of April in Albuquerque, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:51 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Albuquerque have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 11.4h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Albuquerque?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average temperature in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average high temperature in April: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average pressure in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average pressure in April: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average wind speed in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average humidity in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average humidity in April: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

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Average rainfall in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall days in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall days in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.5 days

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

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average sunshine days in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average sunshine days in April: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average UV index in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average cloud cover in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average cloud cover in April: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in April
Albuquerque, NM

Average visibility in April - Albuquerque, NM
  • 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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