April weather forecast
Prairie City, IA

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Weather in April

April in Prairie City, Iowa, is a refreshing spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59°F (15°C) and an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks April, moving from March's frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) to a mild 59°F (15°C). During April, the nighttime temperature averages of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In Prairie City, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout April, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prairie City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.4 days and collects up to 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Prairie City, in April, during 1 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prairie City, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.7 days and aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prairie City, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Prairie City, the average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Prairie City, records 59°F (15°C), while the low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Prairie City, in April, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout April, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie City have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Prairie City, IA

Average temperature in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.9°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 (14.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Prairie City, IA

Average pressure in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Prairie City, IA

Average wind speed in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Prairie City, IA

Average humidity in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Prairie City, IA

Average rainfall in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in April
Prairie City, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Prairie City, IA

Average snowfall in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Prairie City, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Prairie City, IA

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

Average sunshine days in April
Prairie City, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Prairie City, IA

Average UV index in April - Prairie City, 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 January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Prairie City, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Prairie City, IA

Average visibility in April - Prairie City, IA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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