April weather forecast
Van Meter, IA

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Weather in April

April is a mild spring month in Van Meter, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in April, moving from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in March to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C). An average low-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) is noted during the nights in April in Van Meter.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Van Meter, Iowa, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Van Meter, Iowa, in April, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Van Meter, there are 93.7 rainfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Van Meter, during April, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.4 snowfall days, and 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Van Meter, the average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Van Meter is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Van Meter?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Van Meter?

In Van Meter, Iowa, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

How much does it rain in Van Meter in April?

In Van Meter, in April, during 10.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Van Meter in April?

In Van Meter, Iowa, in April, during 1 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Van Meter have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Van Meter?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Van Meter, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Van Meter have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Van Meter, Iowa, is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in April in Van Meter?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Van Meter, IA

Average temperature in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Van Meter, IA

Average pressure in April - Van Meter, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Van Meter, IA

Average wind speed in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in April
Van Meter, IA

Average humidity in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Van Meter, IA

Average rainfall in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in April
Van Meter, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Van Meter, IA

Average snowfall in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Van Meter, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Van Meter, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Van Meter, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Van Meter, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Van Meter, IA

Average UV index in April - Van Meter, 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
Van Meter, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Van Meter, IA

Average visibility in April - Van Meter, IA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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