April weather forecastRipley, WV

April

Weather in April

April in Ripley further develops the onset of spring as winter retreats, replaced with a mild chill in the morning that turns into pleasant afternoons. The temperature in this month scales even higher to an average high of 64.2°F (17.9°C). The verdant cityscape, freshly watered with 1.38in monthly rainfall, encourages the migration of various bird species. April promises the revival of life with a burst of colors from budding trees and nascent gardens across the city.

Temperature

April's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from March's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C). During April, the average low-temperature is a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

In Ripley, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In April, in Ripley, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout April, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ripley, during April, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Ripley, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.3 days and aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ripley, the average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

In Ripley, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During April, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C) respectively.

In Ripley, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

In April, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout April, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Ripley, in April, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

In Ripley, the average day length in April is 13h and 14min.

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.1h.

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Ripley, WV

  • Average high temperature in April: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Ripley, WV

  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Ripley, WV

  • Average wind speed in April: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Ripley, WV

  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Ripley, WV

  • Average rainfall in April: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in April
Ripley, WV

  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Ripley, WV

  • Average snowfall in April: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Ripley, WV

  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ripley, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Ripley, WV

  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Ripley, 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
Ripley, 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 32).

Average visibility in April
Ripley, 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).