April weather forecast
Watkins, IA

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Weather in April

April in Watkins, Iowa, is a mild spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

April indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in March to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). Watkins in April anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout April, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Watkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Watkins, during April, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Watkins, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.9 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of April, in Watkins, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Watkins, the average sunshine in April is 7.8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Watkins, is 58.1°F (14.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Watkins, Iowa, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Watkins, in April, during 15.3 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Watkins, in April, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Watkins, the average day length in April is 13h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Watkins?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Watkins, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Watkins is 7.8h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Watkins, IA

Average temperature in April - Watkins, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Watkins, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Watkins, IA

Average wind speed in April - Watkins, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in April
Watkins, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Watkins, IA

Average rainfall in April - Watkins, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in April
Watkins, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Watkins, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Watkins, IA

Average snowfall in April - Watkins, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Watkins, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Watkins, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Watkins, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Watkins, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Watkins, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Watkins, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Watkins, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Watkins, IA

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

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

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