Average weather for Dorchester in April
It's cool in April in Dorchester with an average temperature of 12°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 7°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -3°C and 5°C.
Start of April
The month of April starts in Dorchester with cold temps, averaging around 9°C during the day and nights around -1°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 14°C, with nights around 2°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Dorchester is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In April, there is an average of 103 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 7,7 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Dorchester in April |
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12°C | 17°C | |
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16°C | 22°C | |
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7°C | -5°C | |
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103 mm | 81 mm | |
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10 days | 11 days | |
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7,7 cm | 0,4 cm | |
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5 days | 1 day |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is April a good time to visit Dorchester?
Looking for sun? April isn’t a good month to be in Dorchester. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2023, Dorchester reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -5°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -12°C to a highest value of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Dorchester
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Dorchester, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in Dorchester
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Dorchester, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Dorchester.
Daily Snowfall in April in Dorchester
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Dorchester, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in April.
Daily UV index in April in Dorchester
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Dorchester, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in Dorchester over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Dorchester, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in April in Dorchester over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Dorchester, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in Dorchester per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Dorchester, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in April for Dorchester
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Average weather in Dorchester by month
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