April weather forecast
Waterford, Ireland

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Weather in April

April signifies the true arrival of spring in Waterford. A feel of warmth permeates the air, and the longer daylight hours welcome outdoor enthusiasts to bask in nature. The rainfall starts to decrease, renouncing its winter lead and making way for the blossoming season. Simultaneously, the minimum temperature jumps to 5.3°C (41.5°F) from 4.2°C (39.6°F) in March, bringing a welcomed respite from the wintry chill. April looks up from the overcast skies of winter to the bright rays of the spring sun.

Temperature

Waterford ushers in April with an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12.9°C (55.2°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. In Waterford, the April nights cool down to an average low of 5.3°C (41.5°F).

Rainfall

In April, in Waterford, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout April, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Waterford, there are 136.7 rainfall days, and 1021mm (40.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In April, the average sea temperature in Waterford is 9°C (48.2°F).
Note: Swimming in 9°C (48.2°F) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 10°C (50°F) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 57min.
On the first day of April in Waterford, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:52 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Waterford, the average sunshine in April is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Waterford in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 12.9°C (55.2°F) and 5.3°C (41.5°F) respectively.

How many days does it rain in April in Waterford?

In April, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout April, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

How cold is the water in April in Waterford?

In April, the average sea temperature in Waterford, Ireland, is 9°C (48.2°F). Swimming in 9°C (48.2°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Waterford have in April?

The average day length in April in Waterford, Ireland, is 13h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Waterford?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waterford, Ireland, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:52 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waterford have in April?

In Waterford, Ireland, the average sunshine duration in April is 5h.

How high is the UV index in April in Waterford?

In Waterford, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
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Average temperature in April
Waterford, Ireland

Average temperature in April - Waterford, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in April: 12.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3°C).

Average rainfall in April
Waterford, Ireland

Average rainfall in April - Waterford, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in April: 71.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (67.4mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Waterford, Ireland

Average rainfall days in April - Waterford, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.7 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Waterford, Ireland

Average sea temperature in April - Waterford, Ireland
  • Average sea temperature in April: 9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (8°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Waterford, Ireland

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Waterford, Ireland
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 6h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 2h).

Average UV index in April
Waterford, Ireland

Average UV index in April - Waterford, Ireland
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 0).

Waterford, Ireland

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