April weather forecast
Portage, IN

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Weather in April

April in Portage, Indiana brings the true onset of spring, following suit with significant increases in temperature from preceding months. The transition from winter to spring sees a key shift from snowfall to rainfall, accentuating the smell of bloom in the air. Presence of longer daylight hours helps the local flora to flourish under the heightened UV index. The wind conditions continue to moderate, building towards a slightly breezier spring. April gets drenched with rainfall exceeding previous months, reaching as high as 2.4" (61mm).

Temperature

April brings a rise in Portage's average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in March to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). Throughout April, Portage witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Portage is 77%.

Rainfall

In April, in Portage, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout April, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Portage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.4 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.2 snowfall days, in April, Portage aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Portage, during the entire year, snow falls for 47 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Portage is 7.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Portage in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Portage, in April, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.2 snowfall days, in April, Portage aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Portage have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in April?

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

Average temperature in April - Portage, IN
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Portage, IN

Average pressure in April - Portage, IN
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Portage, IN

Average wind speed in April - Portage, IN
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Portage, IN

Average humidity in April - Portage, IN
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Portage, IN

Average rainfall in April - Portage, IN
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in April
Portage, IN

Average rainfall days in April - Portage, IN
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in April
Portage, IN

Average snowfall in April - Portage, IN
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Portage, IN

Average snowfall days in April - Portage, IN
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Portage, IN

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Portage, IN
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Portage, IN

Average sunshine days in April - Portage, IN
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (10.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Portage, IN

Average UV index in April - Portage, IN
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Portage, IN

Average cloud cover in April - Portage, IN
  • Average cloud cover in April: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Portage, IN

Average visibility in April - Portage, IN
  • 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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