April is a very cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Dukes County, and not recommended. April is too cold for swimming in Dukes County for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Dukes County in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.
Also consider one of our other suggestions for April.
The average maximum temperature in Dukes County in April is 14°. The average maximum temperature is 8° in the previous month and 19° in the next month.
The average temperature in Dukes County in April is 8°. The average temperature ranges is 3° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Dukes County in April is 3°. The minimum temperature is -1° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Dukes County in April are 13.3 and there are 6.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during April making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Dukes County in April is typically 6.8 during April. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Dukes County in April is 5.1° which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.
The average total rainfall in Dukes County in April is 11.8cm and on average there are 14.6 rainy days in April making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Dukes County in April is 6° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 1° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Dukes County in April is typically 89.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.5% in the previous month and 93.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Dukes County in April is typically 71.1%. The average relative humidity is 69.3% in the previous month and 77.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Dukes County in April is typically 31kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 31kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Dukes County in April is typically 17kmh. The average wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Dukes County in April is from the West-Southwest.
