April weather forecast
Fort Dodge, IA

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Weather in April

April brings a significant change in weather conditions to Fort Dodge with the arrival of spring. As the last traces of snow melt away, the city experiences a notable rise in temperatures, promising to ease the chill felt in the previous months. Rainfall becomes more prominent, with the ground often damp from spring showers. The increase in sunshine hours brings a refreshing warmth that signifies the return of life to the previously frozen landscape. As April comes to an end, it ushers in the promise of further warmth with the coming of May.

Temperature

With the beginning of April, Fort Dodge's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in March to a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C). In the month of April, an average of 41.2°F (5.1°C) marks the low-temperature in Fort Dodge.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout April, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Dodge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.9 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Dodge, during April, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.2 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.9h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during April translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

Fort Dodge in April has an average high-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout April, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Fort Dodge, in April, during 2.1 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Fort Dodge, the average day length in April is 13h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:43 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 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In Fort Dodge, the average daily maximum UV index in April 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 temperature in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average temperature in April - Fort Dodge, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average pressure in April - Fort Dodge, 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
Fort Dodge, IA

Average wind speed in April - Fort Dodge, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average humidity in April - Fort Dodge, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average rainfall in April - Fort Dodge, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Fort Dodge, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average snowfall in April - Fort Dodge, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.18"

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

Average snowfall days in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Fort Dodge, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Fort Dodge, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Fort Dodge, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average UV index in April - Fort Dodge, 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 and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Fort Dodge, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Fort Dodge, 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
Fort Dodge, IA

Average visibility in April - Fort Dodge, 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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