April weather forecast
Raleigh, NC

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The George Washington statue overlooking the city buildings of Raleigh, North Carolina
The George Washington statue overlooking the city buildings of Raleigh, North Carolina

Weather in April

April in Raleigh, North Carolina, witnesses a substantial rise in temperature, as high as 70.5°F (21.4°C), indicating the onset of fair weather and warmer days. This month is characterized by lengthening days and a boost in sunshine hours, foregrounding clear skies. A slight drop in cloud percentage corroborates these sunny conditions. Wind speeds hover slightly higher than the yearly average, adding a pleasant breeze in the toasty afternoons. This is thus an ideal period for tourists and locals alike to indulge in a variety of outdoor activities.

Temperature

April's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in March to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). An average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) is noted during the nights in April.

Humidity

January, March, April, June, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Raleigh, during April, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 32.2" (818mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Raleigh, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Raleigh is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of April, in Raleigh, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Raleigh, North Carolina, the average sunshine in April is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during April translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Raleigh?

In Raleigh, in April, the average high-temperature is 70.5°F (21.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Raleigh?

January, March, April, June, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in April in Raleigh?

In Raleigh, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.

How many days does it rain in April in Raleigh?

In April, in Raleigh, North Carolina, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout April, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Raleigh?

In Raleigh, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Raleigh in April?

In April, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Raleigh have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Raleigh?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Raleigh have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Raleigh is 9.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Raleigh?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Raleigh, North Carolina, is 5. 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
Raleigh, NC

Average temperature in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average high temperature in April: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Raleigh, NC

Average pressure in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average pressure in April: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Raleigh, NC

Average wind speed in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Raleigh, NC

Average humidity in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, June, July and November (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Raleigh, NC

Average rainfall in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in April
Raleigh, NC

Average rainfall days in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Raleigh, NC

Average snowfall in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Raleigh, NC

Average snowfall days in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Raleigh, NC

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Raleigh, NC
  • 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: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Raleigh, NC

Average sunshine days in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Raleigh, NC

Average UV index in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Raleigh, NC

Average cloud cover in April - Raleigh, NC
  • Average cloud cover in April: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Raleigh, NC

Average visibility in April - Raleigh, NC
  • 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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