April weather forecast
Dayton, IA

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Dayton, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of April brings a change in Dayton's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from March's chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). Throughout April, Dayton encounters an average temperature drop to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, in April, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dayton, during April, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Dayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.8 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 24min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dayton, the average sunshine in April is 7.8h.

UV index

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dayton in April?

April temperatures in Dayton vary between a high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and a low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April in Dayton is 71%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Dayton, in April, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Dayton, during April, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Dayton, IA

Average temperature in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Dayton, IA

Average pressure in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Dayton, IA

Average wind speed in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in April
Dayton, IA

Average humidity in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Dayton, IA

Average rainfall in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in April
Dayton, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Dayton, IA

Average snowfall in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Dayton, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Dayton, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Dayton, IA

Average UV index in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Dayton, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Dayton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Dayton, IA

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

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

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