April weather forecast
Denver, CO

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The colorful sky above the sunlit Denver city, Colorado in autumn

Weather in April



Denver's April brings a significant change in the city's weather profile. The mercury level rises, reaching an average high of 57.2°F (14°C), which stimulates the region's flora and fauna after a long winter dormancy. As the daylight hours increase further, April becomes the gateway for outdoor enthusiasts to take advantage of the warmer atmosphere. However, the month does not entirely abandon its winter vestige as April records a snowfall of 6.22" (158mm). Consequently, Denver's April weather attracts crowds looking to tackle the snowy terrain while welcoming the first signs of upcoming summer.

Temperature

Denver's April weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in March to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). A noticeable downturn in temperature characterizes the April nights in Denver, Colorado, averaging at a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 52%.

Rainfall

In April, in Denver, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout April, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Denver, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.5 days and collects up to 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Denver, in April, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.22" (158mm) of snow. In Denver, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.5 days and aggregates up to 35.67" (906mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Denver is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of April, in Denver, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:53 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Denver, the average sunshine in April is 10.8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Denver is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Denver?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Denver, is 57.2°F (14°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Denver?

In Denver, the average relative humidity in April is 52%.

How much does it rain in Denver in April?

In April, in Denver, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout April, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Denver in April?

In Denver, in April, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Denver have in April?

In April, the average day length in Denver, Colorado, is 13h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Denver?

On the first day of April in Denver, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:53 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Denver?

In Denver, the average sunshine duration in April is 10.8h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Denver?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Denver is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Denver, CO

Average temperature in April - Denver, CO
  • Average high temperature in April: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Denver, CO

Average pressure in April - Denver, CO
  • Average pressure in April: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Denver, CO

Average wind speed in April - Denver, CO
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Denver, CO

Average humidity in April - Denver, CO
  • Average humidity in April: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in April
Denver, CO

Average rainfall in April - Denver, CO
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in April
Denver, CO

Average rainfall days in April - Denver, CO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Denver, CO

Average snowfall in April - Denver, CO
  • Average snowfall in April: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Denver, CO

Average snowfall days in April - Denver, CO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Denver, CO

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Denver, CO
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Denver, CO

Average sunshine days in April - Denver, CO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Denver, CO

Average UV index in April - Denver, CO
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Denver, CO

Average cloud cover in April - Denver, CO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in April
Denver, CO

Average visibility in April - Denver, CO
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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