April weather forecast
Northfield, IA

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Weather in April

April in Northfield, Iowa, is a refreshing spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average high of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

April's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from March's frosty 48°F (8.9°C) to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). An average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) is recorded in the month of April in Northfield.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, during April, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Northfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in April, Northfield aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Northfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Northfield, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.8h.

UV index

In Northfield, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Northfield, is 60.4°F (15.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.7°F (6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April in Northfield is 74%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout April, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in April, Northfield aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Northfield?

In Northfield, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Northfield?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Northfield, IA

Average temperature in April - Northfield, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 60.4°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: 43.7°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 (17.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Northfield, IA

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

Average wind speed in April
Northfield, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Northfield, IA

Average humidity in April - Northfield, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Northfield, IA

Average rainfall in April - Northfield, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in April
Northfield, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Northfield, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Northfield, IA

Average snowfall in April - Northfield, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.98"

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

Average snowfall days in April
Northfield, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Northfield, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Northfield, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Northfield, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Northfield, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Northfield, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Northfield, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Northfield, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Northfield, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Northfield, IA

Average visibility in April - Northfield, 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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