April weather forecast
Orchard, IA

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Weather in April

April is a fresh spring month in Orchard, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of April, Orchard sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from March's wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Throughout April, an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is expected.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Orchard, during April, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Orchard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orchard, during April, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Orchard, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

During April, Orchard experiences an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Orchard, in April, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Orchard, in April, during 3 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Orchard have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

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

How high is the UV index in April?

In Orchard, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Orchard, IA

Average temperature in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in April
Orchard, IA

Average pressure in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Orchard, IA

Average wind speed in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Orchard, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Orchard, IA

Average rainfall in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in April
Orchard, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Orchard, IA

Average snowfall in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Orchard, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Orchard, 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 0min).

  • 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Orchard, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Orchard, IA

Average UV index in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

Average cloud cover in April
Orchard, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Orchard, IA

Average visibility in April - Orchard, 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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