April weather forecast
Charlottesville, VA

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The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia
The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia

Weather in April

April marks the heart of Spring in Charlottesville. After a chilly start to the year, residents welcome April with temperatures ranging from 45.1°F (7.3°C) to 66°F (18.9°C), providing ideal conditions for outdoor activities. April also marks the end of snowfall for the year, with just a negligible 0.51" (13mm) recorded. The longer daylight hours accompanied by reduced humidity offer perfect spring days for residents and tourists alike. The rains persist, adding to the greenery that graces the city during this month.

Temperature

With the onset of April, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from March's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C). Nighttime temperature in Charlottesville experiences an average drop to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in April.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Charlottesville are April and May, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Charlottesville aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Charlottesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.6 days and aggregates up to 10.43" (265mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Charlottesville is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Charlottesville, the average sunshine in April is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Charlottesville is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Charlottesville in April?

April temperatures in Charlottesville, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) and a low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Charlottesville?

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

What is the wettest month in Charlottesville?

The months with the most rainfall in Charlottesville, Virginia, are April and May, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Charlottesville in April?

In Charlottesville, Virginia, during April, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Charlottesville?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Charlottesville, Virginia. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Charlottesville aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Charlottesville have in April?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Charlottesville?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Charlottesville have in April?

In Charlottesville, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in April in Charlottesville?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Charlottesville is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average temperature in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average pressure in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average wind speed in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average humidity in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average rainfall in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average snowfall in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average snowfall days in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average UV index in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in April
Charlottesville, VA

Average visibility in April - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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