April weather forecast
Holy Cross, IA

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Weather in April

April in Holy Cross, Iowa, is a mild spring month, with an average temperature varying between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

April's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) in March to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Holy Cross, during the nights of April, experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Holy Cross are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout April, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Holy Cross, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Holy Cross. April is the last month it regularly snows in Holy Cross. During 2.8 snowfall days, in April, Holy Cross aggregates 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Holy Cross, there are 53.4 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of April in Holy Cross, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Holy Cross, the average sunshine in April is 7h.

UV index

In Holy Cross, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Holy Cross?

In April, in Holy Cross, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C).

What are the least humid months in Holy Cross?

The months with the lowest humidity in Holy Cross, Iowa, are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in April in Holy Cross?

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

How much does it rain in Holy Cross in April?

In Holy Cross, Iowa, during April, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Holy Cross?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Holy Cross, Iowa. During 2.8 snowfall days, in April, Holy Cross aggregates 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Holy Cross?

In April, the average day length in Holy Cross is 13h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Holy Cross?

On the first day of April in Holy Cross, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Holy Cross have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Holy Cross, Iowa, is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Holy Cross?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Holy Cross, Iowa, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Holy Cross, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Holy Cross, IA

Average pressure in April - Holy Cross, 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
Holy Cross, IA

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

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

Average humidity in April
Holy Cross, IA

Average humidity in April - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Holy Cross, IA

Average rainfall in April - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in April
Holy Cross, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Holy Cross, IA

Average snowfall in April - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Holy Cross, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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
Holy Cross, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Holy Cross, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Holy Cross, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Holy Cross, IA

Average UV index in April - Holy Cross, 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
Holy Cross, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in April
Holy Cross, IA

Average visibility in April - Holy Cross, IA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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