April weather forecastTaos, NM
April
Weather in April
As spring asserts its presence in April, Taos, New Mexico witnesses a more moderate climate. Thermal readings continue to climb with high temperatures averaging a more tolerable 53.2°F (11.8°C). The snow has almost entirely melted away, with a mere 1.85" (47mm) contributing to the month's total. April's climate showcases the departure from harsh winter towards milder conditions. Individuals start to peel away heavy winter layers, savoring the escalating warmth that beckons the summer.Temperature
In April, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in March to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). A striking departure from daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) is witnessed during April.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 47%.Rainfall
In Taos, during April, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.8 rainfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Taos, in April, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.3 snowfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:49 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine is 11h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Taos, NM
- Average high temperature in April: 53.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).
Average pressure in April
Taos, NM
- Average pressure in April: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Taos, NM
- Average wind speed in April: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).
Average humidity in April
Taos, NM
- Average humidity in April: 47%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).
Average rainfall in April
Taos, NM
- Average rainfall in April: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").
Average rainfall days in April
Taos, NM
- Average rainfall days in April: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.4 days).
Average snowfall in April
Taos, NM
- Average snowfall in April: 1.85"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Taos, NM
- Average snowfall days in April: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Taos, NM
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in April: 11h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in April
Taos, NM
- Average sunshine days in April: 21.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Taos, NM
- Average UV index in April: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Taos, NM
- Average cloud cover in April: 19
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in April
Taos, NM
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
