April at Salt Lake City, Utah means a decisive move to spring weather. This month usually sees the end of snow and frost until next fall. Show
This page gives detailed information on the typical April temperature, precipitation, sun, humidity, wind and storms for Salt Lake City. The numbers here are historical averages based on climate data gathered at the Salt Lake City International Airport, located a few miles northwest of the city's center. Temperature
The temperature rises most days during April to over 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius) at Salt Lake City. The city averages 7 days this month when the thermometer reaches into the 70s °F (over 21 °C). Occasionally an April day gets as warms as 80 °F (27 °C). The thermometer dips to freezing or below for 4 nights this month on average. But April does not normally get as cold as 20 °F (-8 °C). Precipitation
Half the time, Salt Lake City receives 1.6 to 2.7 inches (40 to 68 mm) of precipitation in April. One in four years has drier weather, while another one in four is wetter.
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| 2.9 in | total snowfall | 7 cm |
| 2 days | with new snow |
April's snowfall varies a lot from year to year in Salt Lake City. Between 0.1 and 4.4 inches (0.3 to 11 cm) of fresh snow arrives in half the years. Less new snow lands in one out of four Aprils, while another twenty-five percent are snowier. April usually has the last snow of spring for the city.
Sun
| 68 % | sunshine |
| 7 days | clear skies |
The sun's rays reach the ground in Salt Lake City during 68 percent of daylight hours on average in April, for a total of 272 hours in the month. Typically on 7 days this month the sky is mainly clear, with at most 30 percent cloud cover.
Sunlight in April at Salt Lake City lasts for 13 hours and 19 minutes a day on average. The shortest day of the month is the 1st with 12 hours and 42 minutes of daylight. By the end of the month, the days have lengthened to 13:56 from sunrise to sunset. These durations can vary by a minute or two from year to year.
Humidity
| 53 % | April average humidity |
The relative humidity in Salt Lake City during April usually peaks at 66 percent in the morning then drops to 39 percent by late afternoon.
| Local Time | 2 am | 5 am | 8 am | 11 am | 2 pm | 5 pm | 8 pm | 11 pm |
| Humidity % | 64 | 66 | 58 | 44 | 40 | 39 | 54 | 61 |
Wind
| 9.6 mph | April wind speed average | 15.4 kph |
April is windier than most other months in Salt Lake City.
Storms
| 1 day | snowfall of 1 inch (2.5 cm) or more |
| 2 days | with thunderstorms in April |
Salt Lake City has a storm about once a decade in April that leaves 5 inches (13 cm) or more of snow. Blizzards that dump over 10 inches (25 cm) of snow are not expected here this month.
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April in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a cool spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37°F (2.8°C) and max 53.6°F (12°C).
Temperature
In Salt Lake City, the average high-temperature in April marginally rises from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in March to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). In Salt Lake City, in April, the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).
Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 58%.
Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout April, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salt Lake City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 71.6 days and collects up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.
Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Salt Lake City. April is the last month it regularly snows in Salt Lake City. During 1.3 snowfall days, Salt Lake City aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Salt Lake City, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.8 days and aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow.
Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of April, in Salt Lake City, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April is 10.2h.
UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 3 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by
minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ
What is the average humidity in April in Salt Lake City?
In Salt Lake City, the average relative humidity in April is 58%.
How many days does it rain in April in Salt Lake City?
In Salt Lake City, in April, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.
What is the last month it snows in Salt Lake City?
April is the last month it regularly snows in Salt Lake City, Utah. During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Salt Lake City aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.
What is the average length of the day in April in Salt Lake City?
The average day length in April in Salt Lake City, Utah, is 13h and 20min.
When are sunrise and sunset in April in Salt Lake City?
On the first day of April in Salt Lake City, Utah, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.
How many hours of sunshine does Salt Lake City have in April?
In Salt Lake City, Utah, the average sunshine duration in April is 10.2h.
How high is the UV index in April in Salt Lake City?
In Salt Lake City, Utah, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average temperature in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average high temperature in April: 53.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest
average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 37°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
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Average pressure in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is
January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
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Average wind speed in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average wind speed in April: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is
March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
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Average humidity in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average humidity in April: 58%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January
(83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (37%).
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Average rainfall in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average rainfall in April: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is
March (0.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").
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Average rainfall days in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average rainfall days in April: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number
of rainy days is April (8.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (4 days).
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Average snowfall in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average snowfall in April: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is
January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
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Average snowfall days in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average snowfall days in April: 1.3 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
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Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 20min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 3min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 19min).
- Average sunshine in April: 10h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
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Average sunshine days in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average sunshine days in April: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine
days is June (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19 days).
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Average UV index in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average UV index in April: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June,
July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
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Average cloud cover in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average cloud cover in April: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).
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Average visibility in April Salt Lake City, UT
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are
February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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