April weather forecast
Independence, IA

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Weather in April

April in Independence, Iowa, is a refreshing spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.7°F (4.3°C) and max 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

April brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from March's chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C). April brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) in Independence, Iowa.

Humidity

In Independence, Iowa, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In Independence, in April, during 15.3 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Independence, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Independence, Iowa, during April, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.9 snowfall days, and 18.43" (468mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Independence, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in April leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

Independence in April has an average high-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Independence, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Independence, in April, during 15.3 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Independence, Iowa, in April, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Independence have in April?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in April?

In Independence, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Independence, IA

Average temperature in April - Independence, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 56.1°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: 39.7°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 (12.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Independence, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Independence, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in April
Independence, IA

Average humidity in April - Independence, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Independence, IA

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in April
Independence, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Independence, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Independence, IA

Average snowfall in April - Independence, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Independence, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Independence, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Independence, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Independence, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January, October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Independence, IA

Average UV index in April - Independence, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Independence, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Independence, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Independence, IA

Average visibility in April - Independence, 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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