April weather forecast
Garden City, KS

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Weather in April

April's rising mercury signals the arrival of Spring in full swing in Garden City. Increasing rainfall at 1.26" (32mm) serves as a testament to the age-old saying, "April showers bring May flowers". A marked enhancement in sunshine hours brings a revival of outdoor activities in the landscape of Kansas. While the snowfall reduces drastically to only 0.16" (4mm), wind speed continues to escalate bit by bit. The elegant bloom of greenery is enhanced by the enhanced visibility due to the climatic changes.

Temperature

The onset of April marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C) in March to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). April nights in Garden City, Kansas, showcase a dramatic shift from daytime highs to an average temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 52%.

Rainfall

In Garden City, in April, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.3 rainfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Garden City aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.6 snowfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in April leads to these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Garden City in April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Garden City, is 67.6°F (19.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 52%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout April, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Garden City aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Garden City, the average day length in April is 13h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Garden City, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Garden City, KS

Average temperature in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average high temperature in April: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Garden City, KS

Average pressure in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average pressure in April: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Garden City, KS

Average wind speed in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average wind speed in April: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Garden City, KS

Average humidity in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average humidity in April: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (48%).

Average rainfall in April
Garden City, KS

Average rainfall in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in April
Garden City, KS

Average rainfall days in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in April: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Garden City, KS

Average snowfall in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Garden City, KS

Average snowfall days in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Garden City, KS

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Garden City, KS

Average sunshine days in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in April: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Garden City, KS

Average UV index in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Garden City, KS

Average cloud cover in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in April: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in April
Garden City, KS

Average visibility in April - Garden City, KS
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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