April weather forecastWest Columbia, SC
April
Weather in April
April rings in the substantial rise in temperature, hinting at the imminent arrival of summer in West Columbia. A notable increase in rain showers characterizes the month, nurturing the blossoming flora. The extended periods of sunlight herald the season of outdoor activities, picnics, and barbecues. Winds remain mild, carrying the fresh spring fragrances across the city. With the UV index notching up to 5, remember the sunscreen on your day outs!Temperature
In April, the meteorological conditions in West Columbia change with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) in March to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). During April, West Columbia experiences an average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) at night.Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity in West Columbia is 72%.Rainfall
In West Columbia, in April, during 12 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 20.55" (522mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In West Columbia, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In West Columbia, the average sunshine in April is 9.2h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index in West Columbia, South Carolina, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 in April translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average high temperature in April: 73.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 55.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).
Average pressure in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average pressure in April: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
West Columbia, SC
- 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 (5.5mph).
Average humidity in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average humidity in April: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average rainfall in April: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").
Average rainfall days in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average rainfall days in April: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average snowfall in April: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average snowfall days in April: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average sunshine days in April: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
Average UV index in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average UV index in April: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in April
West Columbia, SC
- Average cloud cover in April: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in April
West Columbia, SC
- 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).
