April weather forecast
Russell, IA

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Weather in April

April in Russell, Iowa, is a refreshing spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and an average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of April, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from March's chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). The low-temperature average for Russell during April stands at a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Russell, in April, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Russell, in April, during 1.3 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Russell, Iowa, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 20min.
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 6:10 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Russell, the average sunshine in April is 8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

In Russell, 60.1°F (15.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Russell, during April, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Russell, in April, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

What time are sunrise and 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 6:10 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Russell have in April?

In Russell, the average sunshine duration in April is 8h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Russell, IA

Average temperature in April - Russell, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in April
Russell, IA

Average pressure in April - Russell, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Russell, IA

Average wind speed in April - Russell, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Russell, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Russell, IA

Average rainfall in April - Russell, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in April
Russell, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Russell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.5 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
Russell, IA

Average snowfall in April - Russell, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Russell, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Russell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Russell, 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: 8h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in April
Russell, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Russell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Russell, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Russell, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Russell, 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 August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Russell, IA

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

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

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