April weather forecastDrakes Branch, VA
April
Weather in April
April is a pleasant spring month in Drakes Branch, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).Temperature
The start of April brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from March's mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). In April, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 48.6°F (9.2°C).Humidity
In Drakes Branch, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout April, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Drakes Branch aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Drakes Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 13h and 10min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April is 9.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in April translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average high temperature in April: 68.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 48.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).
Average pressure in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average pressure in April: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average wind speed in April: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average humidity in April: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average rainfall in April: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average rainfall days in April: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average snowfall in April: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average sunshine days in April: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Drakes Branch, 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).
Average cloud cover in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average cloud cover in April: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in April
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).
