Durham Weather in April

April in Durham typically sees daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella.

Rainfall in Durham in April

Rain is expected on roughly 10 days, totalling around 89 mm (3.5 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Durham in April

April in Durham is generally perfect, with days reaching 23°C (73°F) and nights settling around 8°C (46°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Durham in April

The month enjoys around 250 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April and October typically offer the best circumstances for Durham.

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Durham Temperature in April

Min Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Max Temperature 23°C (73°F)  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 89 mm (3.5 in)  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 64% *  

* Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (33 KM, 20 Miles).

What to Wear in Durham in April

Pleasant temperatures in April mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Durham in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Durham's climate page.

More climate data for Durham

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