April weather forecast
Potsdam, NY

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Weather in April

April brings noticeable changes in Potsdam, with warmer temperatures progressively replacing the winter chill. The transformation from March is apparent as April exhibits more signs of spring. Even though the days are warmer, chilly nights persist with temperatures plunging to 33.8°F (1°C). The month typically experiences an increase in rainfall and a decrease in snowfall frequency. The longer daylight hours contribute to April’s more comfortable weather.

Temperature

As Potsdam transitions into April, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) in March to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). In the month of April, Potsdam's average low-temperature falls to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, April is the least humid month in Potsdam.

Rainfall

In Potsdam, in April, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Potsdam, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Potsdam, during April, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.7 snowfall days, and 37.99" (965mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Potsdam is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

In Potsdam, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. 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 maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Potsdam in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Potsdam, New York, are 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 33.8°F (1°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Potsdam?

April is the least humid month in Potsdam, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in April in Potsdam?

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

How many days does it rain in April in Potsdam?

In April, in Potsdam, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout April, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Potsdam in April?

In Potsdam, in April, during 4.6 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Potsdam have in April?

In April, the average day length in Potsdam, New York, is 13h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Potsdam?

On the first day of April in Potsdam, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Potsdam have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Potsdam, New York, is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Potsdam?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Potsdam is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Potsdam, NY

Average temperature in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average high temperature in April: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in April
Potsdam, NY

Average pressure in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Potsdam, NY

Average wind speed in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in April
Potsdam, NY

Average humidity in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in April
Potsdam, NY

Average rainfall in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in April
Potsdam, NY

Average rainfall days in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Potsdam, NY

Average snowfall in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Potsdam, NY

Average snowfall days in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 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
Potsdam, NY

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Potsdam, NY

Average sunshine days in April - Potsdam, NY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
Potsdam, NY

Average UV index in April - Potsdam, NY
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Potsdam, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in April
Potsdam, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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