April weather forecast
Dougherty, IA

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Weather in April

April in Dougherty, Iowa, is a mild spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.9°F (13.3°C) and min 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of April, Dougherty sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from March's frosty 42.8°F (6°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Dougherty's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 39.9°F (4.4°C) during the nights of April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Dougherty, in April, during 16.1 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dougherty. In Dougherty, in April, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dougherty, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in April translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Dougherty, records 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 72%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout April, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Dougherty, during April, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Dougherty, IA

Average temperature in April - Dougherty, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Dougherty, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Dougherty, IA

Average wind speed in April - Dougherty, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Dougherty, IA

Average humidity in April - Dougherty, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Dougherty, IA

Average rainfall in April - Dougherty, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in April
Dougherty, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Dougherty, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Dougherty, IA

Average snowfall in April - Dougherty, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Dougherty, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Dougherty, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Dougherty, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Dougherty, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Dougherty, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Dougherty, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Dougherty, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Dougherty, IA

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

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

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