April weather forecast
Sands, NM

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Sands, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

April's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in March to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). Against the high April temperatures, Sands records an average drop to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Sands are April and June, with an average relative humidity of 37%.

Rainfall

In Sands, during April, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Sands, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.1 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sands, during April, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sands, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of April, in Sands, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:47 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Sands, the average sunshine in April is 11.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Sands is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in April leads to these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Sands?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Sands, is 61.3°F (16.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What are the least humid months in Sands?

The months with the lowest humidity in Sands, New Mexico, are April and June, with an average relative humidity of 37%.

What is the average humidity in April in Sands?

The average relative humidity in April in Sands is 37%.

How much does it rain in Sands in April?

In Sands, New Mexico, during April, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sands in April?

In Sands, in April, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sands have in April?

In Sands, New Mexico, the average day length in April is 13h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Sands?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sands, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:47 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sands have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 11.3h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Sands?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Sands, NM

Average temperature in April - Sands, NM
  • Average high temperature in April: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in April
Sands, NM

Average pressure in April - Sands, NM
  • Average pressure in April: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Sands, NM

Average wind speed in April - Sands, NM
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in April
Sands, NM

Average humidity in April - Sands, NM
  • Average humidity in April: 37%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

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Average rainfall in April
Sands, NM

Average rainfall in April - Sands, NM
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in April
Sands, NM

Average rainfall days in April - Sands, NM
  • Average rainfall days in April: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Sands, NM

Average snowfall in April - Sands, NM
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Sands, NM

Average snowfall days in April - Sands, NM
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sands, NM
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Sands, NM

Average sunshine days in April - Sands, NM
  • Average sunshine days in April: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
Sands, NM

Average UV index in April - Sands, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Sands, NM

Average cloud cover in April - Sands, NM
  • Average cloud cover in April: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in April
Sands, NM

Average visibility in April - Sands, 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).

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