April weather forecast
Merrimac, IA

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Merrimac, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.8°F (16°C) and an average low of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

As Merrimac transitions into April, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in March to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). Merrimac's nighttime temperature in April falls to an average of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout April, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Merrimac, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Merrimac aggregates 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Merrimac, the average sunshine in April is 7.7h.

UV index

In Merrimac, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Merrimac, is 60.8°F (16°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How many days does it rain in April?

In Merrimac, in April, during 14.6 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Merrimac aggregates 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Merrimac have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Merrimac have in April?

In Merrimac, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Merrimac, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Merrimac, IA

Average temperature in April - Merrimac, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Merrimac, IA

Average pressure in April - Merrimac, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Merrimac, IA

Average wind speed in April - Merrimac, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Merrimac, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Merrimac, IA

Average rainfall in April - Merrimac, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in April
Merrimac, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Merrimac, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Merrimac, IA

Average snowfall in April - Merrimac, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Merrimac, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Merrimac, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Merrimac, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Merrimac, IA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Merrimac, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Merrimac, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Merrimac, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Merrimac, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Merrimac, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Merrimac, IA

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

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

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