April weather forecastRuidoso Downs, NM
April
Weather in April
April is a comfortable spring month in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).Temperature
Ruidoso Downs's transition into April is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in March to a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C). Ruidoso Downs measures a considerable dip from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during April.Humidity
April is the least humid month in Ruidoso Downs, with an average relative humidity of 30%.Rainfall
In Ruidoso Downs, in April, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ruidoso Downs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout April, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ruidoso Downs, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 11.26" (286mm) of snow.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:44 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, the average sunshine in April is 11.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average high temperature in April: 64.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average pressure in April: 29.87"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average wind speed in April: 11.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average humidity in April: 30%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).
Average rainfall in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average rainfall in April: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average rainfall days in April: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average snowfall in April: 0.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ruidoso Downs, 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 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 0min).
Average sunshine days in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average sunshine days in April: 23.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).
Average UV index in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average UV index in April: 4
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average cloud cover in April: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in April
Ruidoso Downs, 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).
