April weather forecast
Moorhead, IA

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Moorhead, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

Moorhead's transition into April is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in March to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). Moorhead observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) during the month of April.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Moorhead, in April, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.5 snowfall days, in April, Moorhead aggregates 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Moorhead, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Moorhead, Iowa, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

In Moorhead, 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 average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in April translates into these instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Moorhead in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 66%.

How many days does it rain in April in Moorhead?

In Moorhead, in April, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.5 snowfall days, in April, Moorhead aggregates 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Moorhead have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Moorhead?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Moorhead have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Moorhead, IA

Average temperature in April - Moorhead, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Moorhead, IA

Average pressure in April - Moorhead, IA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Moorhead, IA

Average wind speed in April - Moorhead, 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 July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in April
Moorhead, IA

Average humidity in April - Moorhead, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in April
Moorhead, IA

Average rainfall in April - Moorhead, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in April
Moorhead, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Moorhead, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Moorhead, IA

Average snowfall in April - Moorhead, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Moorhead, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Moorhead, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Moorhead, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Moorhead, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Moorhead, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in April
Moorhead, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Moorhead, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Moorhead, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in April
Moorhead, IA

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

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

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