April weather forecastCharleston, WV
April
Weather in April
April in Charleston furthers the spring weather with significant rises in temperature, more sunshine hours, and increased rainfall. Residents see a remarkable jump in temperatures, with averages hovering in the mid-60s°F. Spring blooms are further encouraged by the 3.11" (79mm) of average monthly rainfall. The city also enjoys more sunshine hours, fostering pleasant and bright days. Thus, April is a season of bloom, warmth, and increased daylight.Temperature
As March transitions into April, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Throughout the month of April, Charleston witnesses an average temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Charleston, during April, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.4 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Charleston, during April, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of April, in Charleston, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine is 8.1h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in April leads to these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Average temperature in April
Charleston, WV
- Average high temperature in April: 64.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 45.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in April
Charleston, WV
- Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Charleston, WV
- Average wind speed in April: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in April
Charleston, WV
- Average humidity in April: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).
Average rainfall in April
Charleston, WV
- Average rainfall in April: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in April
Charleston, WV
- Average rainfall days in April: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).
Average snowfall in April
Charleston, WV
- Average snowfall in April: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Charleston, WV
- Average snowfall days in April: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Charleston, WV
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 12min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in April: 8h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in April
Charleston, WV
- Average sunshine days in April: 10.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).
Average UV index in April
Charleston, WV
- 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
Charleston, WV
- Average cloud cover in April: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in April
Charleston, WV
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
