April weather forecast
Shields, IN

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Shields, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average high of 64.4°F (18°C).

Temperature

The start of April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in March to a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C). During the nights in April, Shields experiences a consistent average temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Shields aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Shields, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) 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 7:27 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of April, in Shields, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In Shields, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in April leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shields in April?

In Shields, in April, the average high-temperature is 64.4°F (18°C), and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Shields, in April, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Shields aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Shields?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Shields, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Shields, IN

Average temperature in April - Shields, IN
  • Average high temperature in April: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Shields, IN

Average pressure in April - Shields, IN
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Shields, IN

Average wind speed in April - Shields, IN
  • Average wind speed in April: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in April
Shields, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Shields, IN

Average rainfall in April - Shields, IN
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in April
Shields, IN

Average rainfall days in April - Shields, IN
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Shields, IN

Average snowfall in April - Shields, IN
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Shields, IN

Average snowfall days in April - Shields, IN
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Shields, IN

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Shields, IN
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Shields, IN

Average sunshine days in April - Shields, IN
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Shields, IN

Average UV index in April - Shields, IN
  • 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
Shields, IN

Average cloud cover in April - Shields, IN
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Shields, IN

Average visibility in April - Shields, IN
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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