April weather forecastAlbuquerque, NM
April
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
The shift from March to April is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C) to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Albuquerque's April nights bring a significant temperature shift, averaging at a frosty 43°F (6.1°C).Humidity
In Albuquerque, the average relative humidity in April is 29%.Rainfall
In Albuquerque, in April, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Albuquerque, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.6 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Albuquerque are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Albuquerque aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Albuquerque, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in April 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, 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
In Albuquerque, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Albuquerque, NM
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 6min
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 24min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
