April weather forecast
Rifle, CO

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The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below
The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below

Weather in April

April in Rifle, Colorado, is a chilly spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.1°F (9.5°C) and min 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into April is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from March's icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). During the nights in April, an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is observed in Rifle.

Humidity

In Rifle, the average relative humidity in April is 63%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rifle, during April, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Rifle, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 36.85" (936mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Rifle, the average sunshine in April is 10.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in April interprets into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rifle in April?

In Rifle, 49.1°F (9.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 63%.

What is the wettest month?

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout April, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout April, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rifle have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Rifle, the average sunshine duration in April is 10.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Rifle, CO

Average temperature in April - Rifle, CO
  • Average high temperature in April: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in April
Rifle, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Rifle, CO

Average wind speed in April - Rifle, CO
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Rifle, CO

Average humidity in April - Rifle, CO
  • Average humidity in April: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

Average rainfall in April
Rifle, CO

Average rainfall in April - Rifle, CO
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in April
Rifle, CO

Average rainfall days in April - Rifle, CO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall in April - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall in April: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall days in April - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Rifle, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in April
Rifle, CO

Average sunshine days in April - Rifle, CO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Rifle, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Rifle, CO

Average cloud cover in April - Rifle, CO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in April
Rifle, CO

Average visibility in April - Rifle, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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