April weather forecast
Chariton, IA

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Weather in April

April in Chariton, Iowa, is a refreshing spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average high of 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of April brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in March to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during April.

Humidity

In Chariton, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chariton, in April, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout April, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. In Chariton, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Chariton, the average sunshine in April is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in April interprets into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chariton in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Chariton, is 60.1°F (15.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout April, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout April, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Chariton, the average day length in April is 13h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Chariton is 8h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Chariton, IA

Average temperature in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in April
Chariton, IA

Average pressure in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Chariton, IA

Average wind speed in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Chariton, IA

Average humidity in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Chariton, IA

Average rainfall in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in April
Chariton, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Chariton, IA

Average snowfall in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Chariton, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Chariton, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Chariton, IA
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Chariton, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Chariton, IA

Average UV index in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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

Average cloud cover in April
Chariton, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Chariton, IA

Average visibility in April - Chariton, IA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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