April weather forecastCharlestown, RI

April

Weather in April

The month of April sees a substantial rise in temperature in Charlestown, Rhode Island, a distinguishable characteristic of the onset of spring. With the increase in temperature, the levels of snowfall drop considerably. The transition to a warmer season is further marked by extended sunshine hours, giving April a bright and inviting ambience. This month also shows a surge in daylight hours up to 13.4 hours, compared to the shorter days of winter. The weather overall is warmer, creating comfortable conditions for outdoor activities.

Temperature

In Charlestown, stepping into April brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from March's chilly 42.8°F (6°C) to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). Charlestown encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the April nights, with a low-temperature average of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Charlestown, in April, during 14.8 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Charlestown, Rhode Island, there are 154.7 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of April, in Charlestown, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Charlestown is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in April, in Charlestown, is 51.3°F (10.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In April, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout April, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Charlestown, Rhode Island, snow does not fall in April through October.

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

The average day length in April is 13h and 21min.

On the first day of April in Charlestown, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

In Charlestown, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.5h.

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Charlestown is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average high temperature in April: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average wind speed in April: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average rainfall in April: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Charlestown, RI

  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in April
Charlestown, RI

  • 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).