April weather forecast
Dubuque, IA

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A small railway line in Dubuque, Iowa, set on a hilly and scenic greenery spot overlooking the brown buildings in the rest of the city
A small railway line in Dubuque, Iowa, set on a hilly and scenic greenery spot overlooking the brown buildings in the rest of the city

Weather in April

As Dubuque marches towards summer, April comes with a reassuring rise in temperature. The city bids goodbye to the last of the snow, which scales down to 1.22" (31mm) and welcomes more daylight hours, setting the stage for more vibrant and energetic activities. April showers are a staple of Iowa weather, making way for fresh blooms in the city parks. The mounting pressure of 29.94" (760mm) may bring gusty winds at times, but nothing that would mask the beautiful transition from spring to summer.

Temperature

With the onset of April, Dubuque's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in March to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). In April, Dubuque encounters an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dubuque, in April, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dubuque, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Dubuque. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in April, Dubuque aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Dubuque, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 17.09" (434mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dubuque, the average sunshine in April is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during April morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How much does it rain in April?

In Dubuque, in April, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in April, Dubuque aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average temperature in April
Dubuque, IA

Average temperature in April - Dubuque, 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 (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Dubuque, IA

Average pressure in April - Dubuque, IA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Dubuque, IA

Average wind speed in April - Dubuque, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Dubuque, IA

Average humidity in April - Dubuque, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Dubuque, IA

Average rainfall in April - Dubuque, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in April
Dubuque, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Dubuque, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Dubuque, IA

Average snowfall in April - Dubuque, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Dubuque, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Dubuque, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Dubuque, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Dubuque, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Dubuque, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Dubuque, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Dubuque, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Dubuque, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Dubuque, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Dubuque, IA

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

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

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