April weather forecast
Grand Junction, CO

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The scenic Grand Junction in Colorado with the iconic Colorado River and high hills nearby
The scenic Grand Junction in Colorado with the iconic Colorado River and high hills nearby

Weather in April

April sees a resurgence of pleasant conditions in Grand Junction. An increase in temperature is notable, with highs soaring to 58.6°F (14.8°C). The transition from winter to spring is complete, with snowfall becoming highly unlikely. Enhanced daylight hours add an uplifting mood to the city. While April showers are typically expected, Grand Junction remains relatively dry, suggesting less disruptive weather.

Temperature

The arrival of April signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in March to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). Throughout April, Grand Junction experiences a low-temperature average of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

In Grand Junction, the average relative humidity in April is 44%.

Rainfall

In Grand Junction, in April, during 10.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Grand Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.6 days and collects up to 8.46" (215mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Grand Junction aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Grand Junction, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 11.5" (292mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Grand Junction, Colorado, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:06 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Grand Junction is 11.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Grand Junction is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

Grand Junction in April has an average high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 44%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Grand Junction, in April, during 10.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Grand Junction aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Grand Junction, the average day length in April is 13h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:06 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Grand Junction is 11.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average temperature in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average high temperature in April: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average pressure in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average pressure in April: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average wind speed in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average humidity in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average humidity in April: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

Average rainfall in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average rainfall in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.51").

Average rainfall days in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average rainfall days in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average snowfall in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average snowfall days in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Grand Junction, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average sunshine days in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average UV index in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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

Average cloud cover in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average cloud cover in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in April
Grand Junction, CO

Average visibility in April - Grand Junction, CO
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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