April weather forecastRuidoso, NM
April
Weather in April
April brings warmer weather to Ruidoso, with an appreciable increase in daily temperatures. When comparing with March, the sunshine duration, daylight hours, and temperature show positive increments, indicating the progression towards summer. This inclination towards warmer weather encourages more outdoor activities and attractions making Ruidoso appealing to visitors. Despite the temperature increase, April maintains relatively low rainfall and moderately reduced humidity. This weather mix results in a comfortable environment complementing the dynamic energy of spring in the city.Temperature
The arrival of April witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in March to a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C). April in Ruidoso witnesses a substantial contrast between the daytime highs and the average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C).Humidity
The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 30%.Rainfall
In Ruidoso, in April, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ruidoso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In April, in Ruidoso, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout April, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ruidoso, 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 6:49 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 April, the average sunshine is 11.6h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during April morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Ruidoso, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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).
