Purulia Weather in April (1981–2025)

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April at a Glance in Purulia

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
39.7°C
Avg Low
❄️
23.0°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
31.4°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
31 mm
Avg Humidity
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35%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+6°C
temp difference
🔥Hot afternoons🌙Mild mornings☀️Very sunny🌦️Some rain🍃Light winds🏜️Low humidity

Purulia April Weather Overview

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Purulia, with average highs near 39.7°C and lows around 23°C (mean 31.4°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 31 mm of rainfall and 35% relative humidity across the period.

Purulia April Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Purulia. Across 45 years of records, the warmest April in Purulia was 2016 — when the month averaged 34.4°C — while the coldest was 2020 at 28.9°C. Typical April days reach 39.7°C with nights near 23°C. The long-term April temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp31.3°C→31.4°C+0.1°C
Max Temp39.7°C→39.3°C-0.4°C
Min Temp22.9°C→23.4°C+0.5°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp-0.1°C/decade ↘
Max Temp-0.3°C/decade ↘
Min Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

28.0°C–29.8°C4 yr (9%)
29.8°C–31.5°C18 yr (40%)
31.5°C–33.3°C21 yr (47%)
33.3°C–35.0°C2 yr (4%)

Purulia April Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

April is one of the drier months in Purulia, averaging 31 mm of rainfall. The wettest April on record was 2018 with 113 mm, while the driest was 1999 at 0 mm.

Purulia April Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Purulia during April averages 35%. The most humid April was 2018 at 54%, and the least humid was 1989 at 14%.

Purulia April Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

April receives about 6.3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Purulia. The sunniest April was 1985 at 7.1 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2025 at 5.6.

Purulia April Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Purulia during April is 2 m/s. The windiest April was 2024 at 2.6 m/s, while the calmest were 1998, 2019 and 2020 at 1.6 m/s.

What April Feels Like in Purulia

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Mild
Morning
🌞
Hot
Afternoon
🌆
Warm
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How April Ranks in Purulia

🔥3rd warmest month of the year
🌵6th driest month of the year
☀️1st sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Purulia Weather by Month

Purulia April Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp31.6°C31.2°C31.6°C31.4°C31.0°C-0.6°C
Avg High40.2°C39.9°C40.0°C39.4°C38.8°C-1.4°C
Avg Low23.0°C22.6°C23.1°C23.5°C23.1°C+0.1°C
Avg Rain30 mm22 mm22 mm46 mm36 mm+6 mm

Extreme April Records in Purulia

🔥Warmest April46.5°C1999
🧊Coldest April14.9°C1996
🌧️Wettest April113 mm2018
🏜️Driest April0 mm1999
🌬️Windiest April2.6 m/s2024

Key Insights for April

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April temperatures in Purulia have stayed relatively stable across the record.

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April has ranged from a record low of 14.9°C (1996) to a record high of 46.5°C (1999).

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Rainfall in April is one of the drier months, averaging 31 mm, with a wettest year of 113 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs fell about 0.3°C per decade while lows rose 0.1°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Purulia?

A good time to visit Purulia

April is a good time to visit Purulia, with days averaging 39.7°C and nights around 23°C (mean 31.4°C, warmer than Purulia's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. February and November are marginally more temperate, but April still suits most travellers.

See Purulia's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Purulia Weather in April — In Depth

☀️ April climate overview

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Purulia, with average highs near 39.7°C and lows around 23°C (mean 31.4°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 31 mm of rainfall and 35% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in April

April averages 31 mm of rainfall in Purulia, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest April on record saw 113 mm (2018), and the driest just 0 mm (1999). Humidity sits around 35% and average wind speed is 2 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.3 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How April has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average April temperatures have risen by about 0.1°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 22.9°C to 23.4°C while daytime highs eased from 39.7°C to 39.3°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.
April Weather in Purulia, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202538.1°C30.4°C22.7°C43.4°C18.0°C55 mm45%2.1 m/s5.6
202440.3°C32.3°C24.3°C45.1°C20.3°C2 mm30%2.6 m/s5.9
202337.9°C30.5°C23.0°C43.8°C17.9°C33 mm36%1.9 m/s5.9
202240.6°C32.2°C23.7°C43.6°C20.2°C11 mm45%1.7 m/s6.3
202139.6°C31.4°C23.3°C41.5°C18.7°C29 mm30%1.7 m/s6
2020 ❄️36.2°C28.9°C21.5°C39.6°C17.9°C89 mm49%1.6 m/s5.9
201939.7°C31.3°C23.0°C44.6°C19.7°C59 mm43%1.6 m/s6
2018 🌧️37.0°C29.5°C22.0°C40.6°C19.0°C113 mm54%1.9 m/s6
201740.6°C32.1°C23.6°C42.7°C17.7°C33 mm40%1.9 m/s6.2
2016 🔥43.0°C34.4°C25.9°C46.0°C22.7°C3 mm25%2 m/s6.6
201536.8°C29.9°C23.0°C42.0°C20.2°C89 mm49%1.8 m/s5.7
201439.5°C31.3°C23.0°C43.1°C18.7°C5 mm34%1.8 m/s6.8
201338.5°C30.6°C22.7°C43.4°C19.1°C43 mm38%2.1 m/s6.3
201239.2°C31.3°C23.3°C41.9°C21.1°C41 mm42%1.8 m/s6.4
201137.4°C30.1°C22.8°C41.8°C18.6°C60 mm43%1.7 m/s5.7
201042.5°C33.9°C25.2°C45.5°C22.1°C18 mm28%1.9 m/s6.7
200940.6°C31.7°C22.8°C43.9°C19.4°C1 mm24%2.1 m/s6.9
200838.9°C30.6°C22.2°C43.1°C17.9°C19 mm39%1.8 m/s6.6
200738.9°C31.0°C23.2°C42.4°C19.1°C38 mm42%1.8 m/s6.1
200639.9°C31.7°C23.5°C43.0°C20.0°C25 mm34%1.7 m/s6.3
200539.6°C31.3°C23.0°C43.0°C17.0°C8 mm33%1.9 m/s6.3
200439.3°C31.5°C23.6°C44.2°C21.3°C61 mm41%2 m/s6.3
200340.4°C32.1°C23.7°C43.5°C19.8°C28 mm36%1.7 m/s6.4
200240.9°C31.8°C22.8°C45.2°C19.9°C15 mm37%2 m/s6.4
200140.1°C31.7°C23.3°C46.3°C18.5°C13 mm27%1.9 m/s6.3
200041.6°C32.3°C23.0°C44.8°C18.5°C11 mm33%2 m/s6.6
199942.8°C32.7°C22.7°C46.5°C19.5°C0 mm19%1.8 m/s7
199837.8°C29.7°C21.6°C41.7°C16.2°C28 mm46%1.6 m/s6.1
199736.9°C29.0°C21.1°C40.6°C17.2°C45 mm46%1.8 m/s5.9
199640.1°C31.7°C23.4°C43.7°C14.9°C5 mm27%1.9 m/s6.1
199540.9°C31.9°C22.8°C44.9°C17.6°C5 mm23%1.9 m/s6.8
199439.3°C31.4°C23.5°C42.4°C20.6°C29 mm35%1.8 m/s6.2
199338.9°C30.4°C21.8°C42.1°C18.2°C69 mm41%1.9 m/s6.4
199241.5°C32.6°C23.7°C43.7°C19.8°C14 mm22%2.5 m/s6.4
199140.4°C31.7°C23.0°C44.5°C19.3°C4 mm26%2.1 m/s6.6
199040.4°C31.3°C22.2°C44.1°C15.8°C23 mm29%2.4 m/s6.6
198941.9°C32.2°C22.5°C44.9°C16.8°C1 mm14%2.5 m/s6.8
198840.4°C31.8°C23.3°C44.2°C18.8°C35 mm32%2 m/s6.2
198740.4°C32.0°C23.5°C44.1°C19.6°C22 mm28%2.4 m/s6.6
198640.6°C31.9°C23.1°C43.8°C20.1°C36 mm32%2.1 m/s7
198541.7°C32.8°C24.0°C45.1°C20.8°C8 mm24%2.4 m/s7.1
198440.9°C32.5°C24.1°C44.4°C20.1°C31 mm30%1.7 m/s6.3
198338.9°C30.8°C22.7°C44.1°C18.4°C40 mm32%2.4 m/s—
198238.7°C30.5°C22.3°C41.1°C17.8°C51 mm42%1.9 m/s—
198138.5°C30.0°C21.4°C41.6°C16.4°C47 mm43%2.3 m/s—

Actual recorded April data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Purulia April Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Purulia in April?▼

The average high in April is around 39.7°C with lows near 23°C (mean 31.4°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Purulia in April?▼

April averages 31 mm of rainfall in Purulia, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 113 mm in 2018.

What was the hottest April on record in Purulia?▼

The hottest April reached 46.5°C in 1999. The coldest dipped to 14.9°C in 1996.

Has April in Purulia gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average April temperatures have risen by about 0.1°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 22.9°C to 23.4°C while daytime highs eased from 39.7°C to 39.3°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is April a good time to visit Purulia?▼

April is one of the warmer months of the year in Purulia and one of the drier months, so plan for around 39.7°C daytime highs and 23°C at night.

Is April the coldest month in Purulia?▼

Not quite — April is the 10th coolest month in Purulia, averaging 31.4°C.

What should I pack for Purulia in April?▼

For April in Purulia, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 39.7°C and lows of 23°C.

Is Purulia humid in April?▼

Relative humidity in April averages 35% — relatively dry.

How windy is Purulia in April?▼

Average wind speed in April is 2 m/s. The windiest April on record averaged 2.6 m/s (2024).

Which April had the most rainfall in Purulia?▼

The wettest April on record was 2018 with 113 mm. On average, April sees 31 mm.

Where does this April weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Purulia behaves each April, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for April specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.