April weather forecast
Hotchkiss, CO

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Weather in April

April is a chilly spring month in Hotchkiss, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The start of April is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) in March to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Hotchkiss is 65%.

Rainfall

In Hotchkiss, Colorado, in April, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hotchkiss, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.8 days and collects up to 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall in Hotchkiss, Colorado. In Hotchkiss, in April, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.69" (119mm) of snow. In Hotchkiss, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.4 days and aggregates up to 68.23" (1733mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of April, in Hotchkiss, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:02 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in April transforms into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Hotchkiss?

The high-temperature, in April, in Hotchkiss, is 46.6°F (8.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Hotchkiss?

The average relative humidity in April in Hotchkiss is 65%.

How many days does it rain in April in Hotchkiss?

In Hotchkiss, in April, during 17.7 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Hotchkiss?

In April, in Hotchkiss, Colorado, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout April, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Hotchkiss?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Hotchkiss?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hotchkiss, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:02 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hotchkiss have in April?

In Hotchkiss, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in April is 10.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hotchkiss?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Hotchkiss?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average temperature in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average high temperature in April: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average pressure in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average wind speed in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4mph).

Average humidity in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average humidity in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average humidity in April: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average rainfall in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.98").

Average rainfall days in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average rainfall days in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average snowfall in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average snowfall in April: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.43").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average snowfall days in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average sunshine days in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8 days).

Average UV index in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average UV index in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average UV index in April: 2

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

Average cloud cover in April
Hotchkiss, CO

Average cloud cover in April - Hotchkiss, CO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in April
Hotchkiss, CO

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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