April weather forecastLas Cruces, NM
April
Weather in April
In April, Las Cruces experiences a leap in temperatures, indicating the onset of a warmer season. The range for this month dances between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an encouraging 76.3°F (24.6°C). This rise is not accompanied by a hike in rainfall, and in fact, precipitation slightly drops, contributing to the continuation of a dry climate. This month heralds the advent of longer days and higher temperatures in the desert city.Temperature
The onset of April marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) in March to a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C). The temperature notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 52.7°F (11.5°C) during April nights.Humidity
April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Las Cruces, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:47 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April is 11.6h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during April translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average high temperature in April: 76.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 52.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).
Average pressure in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average pressure in April: 29.87"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average wind speed in April: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).
Average humidity in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average humidity in April: 22%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).
Average rainfall in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average rainfall in April: 0.12"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").
Average rainfall days in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average rainfall days in April: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average snowfall in April: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average snowfall days in April: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in April: 11h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average sunshine days in April: 26.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average UV index in April: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in April
Las Cruces, NM
- Average cloud cover in April: 11
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in April
Las Cruces, 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).
