April weather forecast
Essen, Germany

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Weather in April

April welcomes the full bloom of spring in Essen, characterized by warmer days and a marked decrease in humidity. The city witnesses a stark absence of snowfall, indicating a full transition away from the winter season. Greenery starts to sprout around the city as the lengthening daylight hours and higher temperatures encourage growth. Despite the increase in rain, the visibility remains stable throughout the month, reflecting the city's well-drained terrain.

Temperature

With the onset of April, Essen's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from March's frosty 9.9°C (49.8°F) to a refreshing 15.3°C (59.5°F). An average low-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F) is noted during the nights in April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Essen, Germany, is 72%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Essen, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Essen, Germany, is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 20:05. On the last day of April, in Essen, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:53 CEST.

Sunshine

In Essen, the average sunshine in April is 8.4h.

UV index

In Essen, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Essen in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 15.3°C (59.5°F) and 6.3°C (43.3°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Essen?

In Essen, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

What is the driest month in Essen?

The month with the least rainfall in Essen, Germany, is April, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in April in Essen?

In April, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout April, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Essen?

In Essen, Germany, snow does not fall in April through November.

Does it snow in Essen in April?

In April, in Essen, Germany, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in April in Essen?

The average day length in April in Essen, Germany, is 13h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Essen?

On the first day of April in Essen, Germany, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 20:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:53 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Essen have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Essen is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in April in Essen?

In Essen, Germany, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Essen, Germany

Average temperature in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average high temperature in April: 15.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°C).

Average pressure in April
Essen, Germany

Average pressure in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average pressure in April: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Essen, Germany

Average wind speed in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average wind speed in April: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in April
Essen, Germany

Average humidity in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Essen, Germany

Average rainfall in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average rainfall in April: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (6mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Essen, Germany

Average rainfall days in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in April: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Essen, Germany

Average snowfall in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Essen, Germany

Average snowfall days in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Essen, Germany

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Essen, Germany

Average sunshine days in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in April: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (15.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Essen, Germany

Average UV index in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Essen, Germany

Average cloud cover in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in April: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in April
Essen, Germany

Average visibility in April - Essen, Germany
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

Essen, Germany

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