April weather forecast
Colonial Beach, VA

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Weather in April

April in Colonial Beach, Virginia, is a refreshing spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

April's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from March's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). Colonial Beach reports a consistent average low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) throughout April nights.

Humidity

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Colonial Beach, during April, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Colonial Beach aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Colonial Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 12 days and aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In April, the average ocean temperature in Colonial Beach, Virginia, is 53.4°F (11.9°C).
Note: Diving into 53.4°F (11.9°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Colonial Beach is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Colonial Beach is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Colonial Beach, Virginia, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Colonial Beach?

The high-temperature, in April, in Colonial Beach, is 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the least humid month in Colonial Beach?

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in April in Colonial Beach?

In Colonial Beach, Virginia, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.

How many days does it rain in April in Colonial Beach?

In Colonial Beach, Virginia, during April, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Colonial Beach?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Colonial Beach, Virginia. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Colonial Beach aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in April in Colonial Beach?

In April, the average ocean temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Colonial Beach have in April?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Colonial Beach?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colonial Beach, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colonial Beach have in April?

In Colonial Beach, the average sunshine duration in April is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Colonial Beach?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Colonial Beach is 4. 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
Colonial Beach, VA

Average temperature in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average high temperature in April: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average pressure in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average pressure in April: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average wind speed in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average wind speed in April: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average humidity in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average rainfall in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.8"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average rainfall days in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average snowfall in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average snowfall days in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average sea temperature in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average sea temperature in April: 53.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (47.1°F).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Colonial Beach, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average sunshine days in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average UV index in April - Colonial Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average cloud cover in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in April
Colonial Beach, VA

Average visibility in April - Colonial Beach, VA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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