April weather forecast
Elkader, IA

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Weather in April

April in Elkader, Iowa, is a fresh spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.5°F (12.5°C) and min 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

Elkader's April weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) in March to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). Elkader, during April, witnesses an average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

In Elkader, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Elkader, Iowa, in April, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkader, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 29.21" (742mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elkader, Iowa. In Elkader, during April, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Elkader, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.5 days and aggregates up to 19.76" (502mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Elkader, Iowa, is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of April in Elkader, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Elkader, the average sunshine in April is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during April translates into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elkader in April?

In April, in Elkader, the average high-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Elkader?

The average relative humidity in April in Elkader, Iowa, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Elkader in April?

In Elkader, during April, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April in Elkader?

In Elkader, Iowa, in April, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkader have in April?

In April, the average day length in Elkader, Iowa, is 13h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Elkader?

On the first day of April in Elkader, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkader have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Elkader is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Elkader?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Elkader, Iowa, 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
Elkader, IA

Average temperature in April - Elkader, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Elkader, IA

Average pressure in April - Elkader, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Elkader, IA

Average wind speed in April - Elkader, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Elkader, IA

Average humidity in April - Elkader, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Elkader, IA

Average rainfall in April - Elkader, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in April
Elkader, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Elkader, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Elkader, IA

Average snowfall in April - Elkader, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Elkader, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Elkader, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Elkader, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Elkader, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Elkader, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Elkader, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Elkader, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Elkader, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Elkader, IA

Average visibility in April - Elkader, 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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