April weather forecast
Rockdale, IA

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Weather in April

April is a moderate spring month in Rockdale, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.8°F (3.8°C) and max 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

Rockdale's April weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in March to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). Throughout April, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rockdale, in April, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in April, Rockdale aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.9 snowfall days, and 17.09" (434mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Rockdale is 7.2h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in April translates into this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

In Rockdale, in April, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Rockdale, in April, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in April, Rockdale aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rockdale have in April?

In Rockdale, the average day length in April is 13h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in April?

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

Average temperature in April - Rockdale, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Rockdale, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Rockdale, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Rockdale, IA

Average humidity in April - Rockdale, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Rockdale, IA

Average rainfall in April - Rockdale, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in April
Rockdale, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Rockdale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Rockdale, IA

Average snowfall in April - Rockdale, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Rockdale, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Rockdale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Rockdale, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Rockdale, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Rockdale, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Rockdale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Rockdale, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Rockdale, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Rockdale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Rockdale, IA

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

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

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