April weather forecast
Cortland, NY

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A monument from the civil war stands high in the neat lawns near the iconic courthouse in the Courthouse Park in Cortland, New York
A monument from the civil war stands high in the neat lawns near the iconic courthouse in the Courthouse Park in Cortland, New York

Weather in April

As warmer temperatures prevail, April ushers in the full bloom of spring in Cortland. The temperature range expands from 35.1°F (1.7°C) to 52.3°F (11.3°C), marking the season's subtle but consistent warming trend. The rainfall peaks in April at 2.13" (54mm), supporting an array of blossoming flowers and budding trees. With longer days and more sunshine, Cortland's landscape transforms into a colourful palette of new growth.

Temperature

In Cortland, the onset of April comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from March's icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Cortland's nighttime temperature in April drops to an average of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout April, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cortland, New York, in April, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cortland, New York, there are 79.7 snowfall days, and 24.06" (611mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cortland, New York, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Cortland is 6.8h.

UV index

In Cortland, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cortland in April?

In Cortland, 52.3°F (11.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.1°F (1.7°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What are the least humid months in Cortland?

The months with the lowest humidity in Cortland, New York, are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in April in Cortland?

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in April in Cortland?

In Cortland, New York, in April, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cortland in April?

In Cortland, New York, in April, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cortland have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Cortland?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cortland, New York, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Cortland?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in April in Cortland?

In Cortland, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Cortland, NY

Average temperature in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average high temperature in April: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in April
Cortland, NY

Average pressure in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average pressure in April: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Cortland, NY

Average wind speed in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in April
Cortland, NY

Average humidity in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (80%).

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Average rainfall in April
Cortland, NY

Average rainfall in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.13"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in April
Cortland, NY

Average rainfall days in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Cortland, NY

Average snowfall in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Cortland, NY

Average snowfall days in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 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
Cortland, NY

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Cortland, NY

Average sunshine days in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in April
Cortland, NY

Average UV index in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Cortland, NY

Average cloud cover in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in April
Cortland, NY

Average visibility in April - Cortland, NY
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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