April weather forecastSouth Charleston, WV
April
Weather in April
April in South Charleston is a time when the city truly awakens from its wintery slumber. No significant snowfall is recorded this month, only a mere 0.55in, illustrating a clear shift from the colder months. The temperatures and daylight hours rise noticeably, as do rainfall days, a sign of the natural landscape's rejuvenation. The evenings, though cooler, make for leisurely strolls under a clearer sky. As April draws to a close, the city gears up to greet May, known for its consistent warm temperatures.Temperature
April brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in March to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). South Charleston's nights in April cool down to an average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In South Charleston, in April, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in South Charleston. In South Charleston, West Virginia, 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 South Charleston, the average length of the day in April 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, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine is 8.1h.UV index
In South Charleston, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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
South 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).
