April weather forecast
Fort Garland, CO

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Weather in April

April is a cool spring month in Fort Garland, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of April brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in March to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). April's nights exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In Fort Garland, the average relative humidity in April is 53%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout April, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Garland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In April, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout April, 8.58" (218mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fort Garland, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.4 days and aggregates up to 53.07" (1348mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:51 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Garland, the average sunshine in April is 10.8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

In Fort Garland, in April, the average high-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Fort Garland, the average relative humidity in April is 53%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout April, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Fort Garland, in April, during 11 snowfall days, 8.58" (218mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:51 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Garland have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 10.8h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average temperature in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average high temperature in April: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average pressure in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average pressure in April: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average wind speed in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average humidity in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average humidity in April: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

Average rainfall in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average rainfall in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average rainfall days in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average snowfall in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average snowfall in April: 8.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average snowfall days in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average sunshine days in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average UV index in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average cloud cover in April - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in April
Fort Garland, CO

Average visibility in April - Fort Garland, 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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