April weather forecast
Artesia, NM

Share

Weather in April

In April, Artesia, New Mexico, witnesses full-fledged spring weather. The temperatures continue to ascend, with the average high crossing the warm threshold of 78.3°F. The city receives less than half an inch of rainfall contributing to the continuation of Artesia’s predominantly arid climate. The wind speed peaks this month, although it does not exceed a comfortable 11.9mph on average. With extended daylight hours, the city enjoys more sun-drenched days as April begins to tilt Artesia towards warmer weather.

Temperature

April in Artesia witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from a pleasant 71.2°F in March to a moderately hot 78.3°F. The temperature notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 54.1°F during April nights.

Humidity

The least humid month in Artesia is April, with an average relative humidity of 26%.

Rainfall

In Artesia, New Mexico, in April, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.43" of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Artesia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77 days and collects up to 9.37" of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Artesia, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Artesia is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Artesia in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Artesia, is 78.3°F, while the low-temperature averages to 54.1°F.

What is the least humid month in Artesia?

With an average relative humidity of 26%, April is the least humid month in Artesia.

What is the average humidity in April in Artesia?

In April, the average relative humidity in Artesia is 26%.

How many days does it rain in April in Artesia?

In Artesia, in April, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.43" of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Artesia?

March through October are months without snowfall in Artesia.

How many hours of daylight does Artesia have in April?

In Artesia, the average day length in April is 13h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Artesia?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Artesia?

In Artesia, the average sunshine duration in April is 11.5h.

How high is the UV index in April in Artesia?

In Artesia, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average pressure
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Artesia, NM

Average temperature in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average high temperature in April: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in April
Artesia, NM

Average pressure in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average pressure in April: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in April
Artesia, NM

Average wind speed in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in April
Artesia, NM

Average humidity in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average humidity in April: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (26%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in April
Artesia, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.2").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in April
Artesia, NM

Average rainfall days in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in April
Artesia, NM

Average snowfall in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in April
Artesia, NM

Average snowfall days in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 3min

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

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in April
Artesia, NM

Average sunshine days in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average sunshine days in April: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in April
Artesia, NM

Average UV index in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in April
Artesia, NM

Average cloud cover in April - Artesia, NM
  • Average cloud cover in April: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

[Resources]

Average visibility in April
Artesia, NM

Average visibility in April - Artesia, 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).

[Resources]

Artesia, New Mexico, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location