April weather forecast
Portsmouth, IA

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Weather in April

April is a moderate spring month in Portsmouth, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.8°F (14.9°C) and min 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into April is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from March's chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C). Portsmouth records a steady low-temperature average of 42.3°F (5.7°C) during April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Portsmouth, in April, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.5 rainfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Portsmouth, Iowa, during April, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Portsmouth, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.5 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Portsmouth, Iowa, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In Portsmouth, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Portsmouth in April?

In Portsmouth, in April, the average high-temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in Portsmouth in April?

In April, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout April, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Portsmouth, in April, during 1 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April in Portsmouth, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Portsmouth have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In Portsmouth, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average temperature in April - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average pressure in April - Portsmouth, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average wind speed in April - Portsmouth, 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 (7.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average humidity in April - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average rainfall in April - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average snowfall in April - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Portsmouth, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Portsmouth, 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 27).

Average visibility in April
Portsmouth, IA

Average visibility in April - Portsmouth, 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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