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ERA5 almanac comparison — 8 years of real data

Orlando vs Scottsdale Desert Ridge: weather in April

Scottsdale Desert Ridge is the clear winner for sun in April: 92% of days historically clear versus just 44% in Orlando — a 48-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Orlando also sees measurably more rain than Scottsdale Desert Ridge this month (35% vs 4% of days). This isn't close.

What you are reading: 8-year historical averages, not a forecast. Either destination can still surprise you this specific April. For the actual forecast right now, each destination links to its live page below.

Orlando

FL

Clear days, April
44%
Sample size
n=240 days
Avg high
84°F
Early April (1st–15th)
36%
Late April (16th–end)
53%
Rain frequency
35% of days
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Scottsdale Desert Ridge

AZ

Clear days, April
92%
Sample size
n=240 days
Avg high
86°F
Early April (1st–15th)
88%
Late April (16th–end)
95%
Rain frequency
4% of days

Frequently asked

Is Orlando or Scottsdale Desert Ridge warmer in April?

Scottsdale Desert Ridge runs warmer by day in April. Orlando averages highs of 84°F (highs n=240 days); Scottsdale Desert Ridge averages highs of 86°F (highs n=240 days) (ERA5 2018–2025). Historical averages, not a forecast.

Does it rain more in Orlando or Scottsdale Desert Ridge in April?

Orlando is measurably wetter than Scottsdale Desert Ridge. Days with measurable rain: Orlando 35%, Scottsdale Desert Ridge 4% (n=240 and n=240 days). ERA5 2018–2025; historical, not a forecast.

Which is sunnier in April, Orlando or Scottsdale Desert Ridge?

Scottsdale Desert Ridge is the clear winner for sun in April: 92% of days historically clear versus just 44% in Orlando — a 48-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Orlando also sees measurably more rain than Scottsdale Desert Ridge this month (35% vs 4% of days). This isn't close.

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All percentages are historical averages from the ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, 8 full years (2018–2025). “Clear” means avg high ≥ 72 °F, precipitation < 1 mm, and a non-precipitation weather code. This is history, not a forecast. The live forecast for any destination is on its own page and may differ from the long-run average. Data from Open-Meteo.