April weather forecastProvidence, RI

April
Weather in April
April brings more warmth and extended daylight hours to Providence. The city experiences maximum rainfall during the month with 2.4" (61mm) over about 15 days. The excess rain, combined with the increasing temperatures, promotes the lush greenery for which Rhode Island is known as "The Ocean State". With an abundance of flowers in bloom, Providence is blanketed in vivid colors throughout April, a real feast for the eyes. The snow has all but disappeared, marking the true onset of spring.Temperature
April brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from March's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). An average temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) marks the nights in April.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 72%, April is the least humid month in Providence.Rainfall
April is the month with the most rainfall in Providence. Rain falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Providence, in April, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Providence, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Providence, the average seawater temperature in April is 44.1°F (6.7°C).Note: In 44.1°F (6.7°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.
Daylight
In April, the average length of the day in Providence is 13h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Providence, the average sunshine in April is 8.3h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Providence, Rhode Island, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in April leads to these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Providence, RI
- Average high temperature in April: 55.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 40.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in April
Providence, 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
Providence, RI
- Average wind speed in April: 9.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in April
Providence, RI
- Average humidity in April: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in April
Providence, RI
- Average rainfall in April: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in April
Providence, RI
- Average rainfall days in April: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in April
Providence, RI
- Average snowfall in April: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Providence, RI
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in April
Providence, RI
- Average sea temperature in April: 44.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Providence, RI
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in April: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in April
Providence, RI
- Average sunshine days in April: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in April
Providence, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Providence, RI
- Average cloud cover in April: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in April
Providence, 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).





