Bay Shore Weather in April (1981–2025)

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April at a Glance in Bay Shore

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
10.4°C
Avg Low
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6.3°C
Avg Temp
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8.4°C
Avg Rain
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111 mm
Avg Humidity
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83%
Avg Wind
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5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
5
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-3.6°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☀️Very sunny🌧️Wet month💨Breezy💦Humid air

Bay Shore April Weather Overview

April is one of the cooler months of the year in Bay Shore, with average highs near 10.4°C and lows around 6.3°C (mean 8.4°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 111 mm of rainfall and 83% relative humidity across the period.

Bay Shore April Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

April is one of the cooler months of the year in Bay Shore. Across 45 years of records, the warmest April in Bay Shore was 2023 — when the month averaged 10.4°C — while the coldest was 2003 at 6.6°C. Typical April days reach 10.4°C with nights near 6.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.3°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp8.1°C→9.2°C+1.1°C
Max Temp10.4°C→11.2°C+0.8°C
Min Temp5.8°C→7.2°C+1.4°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

6.0°C–7.3°C6 yr (13%)
7.3°C–8.5°C17 yr (38%)
8.5°C–9.8°C18 yr (40%)
9.8°C–11.0°C4 yr (9%)

Bay Shore April Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

April is about average for rainfall in Bay Shore, averaging 111 mm of rainfall. The wettest April on record was 1983 with 284 mm, while the driest was 1985 at 33 mm.

Bay Shore April Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Bay Shore during April averages 83%. The most humid April was 2017 at 88%, and the least humid was 2012 at 77%.

Bay Shore April Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

April receives about 5 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Bay Shore. The sunniest April was 2012 at 5.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 1984 and 2000 at 4.1.

Bay Shore April Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Bay Shore during April is 5 m/s. The windiest April was 1996 at 6.3 m/s, while the calmest were 1992 and 2001 at 4.2 m/s.

What April Feels Like in Bay Shore

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Cold
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How April Ranks in Bay Shore

🥶5th coolest month of the year
🌧️4th wettest month of the year
☀️5th sunniest month of the year

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

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Bay Shore April Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp8.1°C8.0°C8.3°C8.7°C9.0°C+0.9°C
Avg High10.2°C10.1°C10.3°C10.7°C11.0°C+0.8°C
Avg Low5.9°C5.9°C6.3°C6.6°C7.1°C+1.2°C
Avg Rain123 mm97 mm120 mm102 mm118 mm-5 mm

Extreme April Records in Bay Shore

🔥Warmest April20.6°C2002
🧊Coldest April-5.4°C1982
🌧️Wettest April284 mm1983
🏜️Driest April33 mm1985
🌬️Windiest April6.3 m/s1996

Key Insights for April

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April temperatures in Bay Shore have risen by about 1.1°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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April has ranged from a record low of -5.4°C (1982) to a record high of 20.6°C (2002).

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Rainfall in April is about average for rainfall, averaging 111 mm, with a wettest year of 284 mm.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Bay Shore?

A good time to visit Bay Shore

April is a good time to visit Bay Shore, with days averaging 10.4°C and nights around 6.3°C (mean 8.4°C, cooler than Bay Shore's yearly average) and higher rainfall. August and July are marginally more temperate, but April still suits most travellers.

See Bay Shore'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 →

Bay Shore Weather in April — In Depth

☀️ April climate overview

April is one of the cooler months of the year in Bay Shore, with average highs near 10.4°C and lows around 6.3°C (mean 8.4°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 111 mm of rainfall and 83% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in April

April averages 111 mm of rainfall in Bay Shore, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest April on record saw 284 mm (1983), and the driest just 33 mm (1985). Humidity sits around 83% and average wind speed is 5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 5 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 1.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 10.4°C to 11.2°C and overnight lows from 5.8°C to 7.2°C over the same span.
April Weather in Bay Shore, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202511.0°C9.0°C7.0°C16.4°C1.0°C80 mm82%5.5 m/s4.7
202410.6°C8.9°C7.2°C18.0°C4.0°C121 mm85%4.7 m/s4.7
2023 🔥12.1°C10.4°C8.6°C18.0°C4.5°C153 mm84%4.6 m/s4.8
202210.8°C8.7°C6.7°C14.4°C2.9°C111 mm80%5.4 m/s5.3
202111.4°C9.1°C6.7°C16.0°C0.1°C87 mm81%4.7 m/s5.1
20209.9°C8.1°C6.2°C14.5°C3.6°C156 mm81%6 m/s4.5
201911.1°C9.3°C7.4°C15.1°C0.8°C149 mm84%5.1 m/s4.8
20188.7°C6.7°C4.7°C13.0°C0.7°C128 mm83%5.3 m/s4.8
201711.5°C9.6°C7.6°C18.3°C2.9°C125 mm88%4.7 m/s4.6
201610.8°C8.6°C6.3°C17.1°C-0.9°C88 mm80%5.2 m/s5.3
20159.8°C7.8°C5.7°C15.4°C0.9°C69 mm83%5 m/s5.2
20149.6°C7.5°C5.3°C12.7°C0.8°C147 mm83%5.2 m/s5.3
201310.3°C8.2°C6.1°C18.0°C1.0°C45 mm82%4.9 m/s5.6
201212.6°C10.3°C8.0°C18.7°C4.6°C76 mm77%4.9 m/s5.8
201110.4°C8.5°C6.7°C15.1°C2.2°C121 mm87%5.4 m/s4.2
201012.2°C10.1°C8.0°C17.7°C5.3°C70 mm84%4.4 m/s5.5
200910.5°C8.6°C6.7°C19.4°C2.1°C125 mm84%5.2 m/s4.6
200811.1°C9.2°C7.3°C18.3°C2.4°C80 mm84%4.6 m/s5.1
20079.2°C7.2°C5.2°C16.5°C0.6°C208 mm82%5 m/s4.5
200611.4°C9.2°C7.1°C19.1°C3.3°C132 mm81%4.7 m/s5.4
200510.3°C8.3°C6.3°C16.3°C3.5°C116 mm84%4.9 m/s5.4
20049.8°C7.8°C5.8°C15.8°C0.0°C170 mm86%5 m/s4.9
2003 ❄️8.5°C6.6°C4.7°C15.4°C0.4°C98 mm85%5.5 m/s4.7
200212.0°C9.8°C7.6°C20.6°C0.8°C96 mm80%5.1 m/s5.2
200110.0°C7.9°C5.7°C14.4°C1.9°C47 mm83%4.2 m/s5.1
200010.0°C8.1°C6.2°C15.5°C2.2°C122 mm84%5.7 m/s4.1
199910.9°C8.6°C6.3°C15.1°C3.1°C60 mm80%4.7 m/s5.4
199810.5°C8.6°C6.6°C13.7°C2.9°C155 mm84%4.6 m/s4.8
199710.1°C7.8°C5.6°C14.4°C0.2°C95 mm81%5.4 m/s5.4
19969.0°C7.1°C5.2°C13.7°C1.5°C154 mm86%6.3 m/s4.9
19959.7°C7.5°C5.4°C14.7°C-2.1°C69 mm80%4.7 m/s5.5
199411.1°C9.0°C6.9°C15.9°C2.3°C65 mm85%4.7 m/s5.3
19939.6°C7.5°C5.4°C14.6°C1.9°C92 mm87%5.3 m/s5
19928.7°C6.8°C4.8°C14.0°C1.3°C46 mm83%4.2 m/s4.7
199110.7°C8.7°C6.7°C15.6°C2.0°C102 mm85%4.9 m/s4.8
199010.2°C8.3°C6.4°C16.7°C1.4°C128 mm84%5.2 m/s4.8
198910.0°C7.7°C5.5°C17.1°C2.2°C122 mm80%4.7 m/s5
19889.8°C7.9°C6.0°C13.6°C3.5°C54 mm83%5.4 m/s5.1
19879.7°C7.9°C6.1°C12.7°C2.2°C135 mm88%4.9 m/s4.3
198610.4°C8.5°C6.5°C16.5°C3.9°C98 mm84%4.7 m/s4.9
198511.1°C9.0°C6.9°C17.3°C0.3°C33 mm80%4.7 m/s5.3
19849.9°C7.7°C5.6°C14.0°C1.4°C139 mm87%4.7 m/s4.1
1983 🌧️10.4°C8.3°C6.2°C16.9°C1.9°C284 mm87%5.1 m/s—
19829.8°C7.0°C4.2°C14.5°C-5.4°C127 mm80%6.2 m/s—
198111.0°C8.5°C6.0°C15.2°C1.3°C112 mm82%5.9 m/s—

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

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Bay Shore April Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Bay Shore in April?▼

The average high in April is around 10.4°C with lows near 6.3°C (mean 8.4°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Bay Shore in April?▼

April averages 111 mm of rainfall in Bay Shore, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 284 mm in 1983.

What was the hottest April on record in Bay Shore?▼

The hottest April reached 20.6°C in 2002. The coldest dipped to -5.4°C in 1982.

Has April in Bay Shore 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 1.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 10.4°C to 11.2°C and overnight lows from 5.8°C to 7.2°C over the same span.

Is April a good time to visit Bay Shore?▼

April is one of the cooler months of the year in Bay Shore and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 10.4°C daytime highs and 6.3°C at night.

Is April the coldest month in Bay Shore?▼

Not quite — April is the 5th coolest month in Bay Shore, averaging 8.4°C.

What should I pack for Bay Shore in April?▼

For April in Bay Shore, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 10.4°C and lows of 6.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Bay Shore humid in April?▼

Relative humidity in April averages 83% — quite humid.

How windy is Bay Shore in April?▼

Average wind speed in April is 5 m/s. The windiest April on record averaged 6.3 m/s (1996).

Which April had the most rainfall in Bay Shore?▼

The wettest April on record was 1983 with 284 mm. On average, April sees 111 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 Bay Shore 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.