April weather forecast
Hays, KS

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Weather in April

April brings an apparent shift towards distinctly spring-like conditions compared to previous months in Hays, Kansas. It is the start of the rainy season, with nature being abundantly showered with moisture. The rainfall sees a significant increase from March, measuring at 1.61" (41mm), indicating wetter days. The duration of daylight stretches and reduces the chill in the air, replacing it with a freshness that is inherent to springtime. Moving on to May, the city will experience an upsurge in temperature, signifying the approach of summer.

Temperature

The onset of April in Hays brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) in March to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). During April, Hays experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 59%.

Rainfall

In Hays, in April, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hays, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.7 days and collects up to 17.6" (447mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hays are January through May, October through December. In Hays, during April, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hays, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9h.

UV index

In Hays, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Hays?

The high-temperature, in April, in Hays, records 66.2°F (19°C), while the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Hays?

In April, the average relative humidity in Hays, Kansas, is 59%.

How many days does it rain in April in Hays?

In Hays, during April, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hays in April?

In Hays, in April, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Hays?

In Hays, the average day length in April is 13h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Hays?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hays, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Hays?

In Hays, the average sunshine duration in April is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Hays?

In Hays, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Hays, KS

Average temperature in April - Hays, KS
  • Average high temperature in April: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Hays, KS

Average pressure in April - Hays, KS
  • Average pressure in April: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Hays, KS

Average wind speed in April - Hays, KS
  • Average wind speed in April: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Hays, KS

Average humidity in April - Hays, KS
  • Average humidity in April: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

Average rainfall in April
Hays, KS

Average rainfall in April - Hays, KS
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in April
Hays, KS

Average rainfall days in April - Hays, KS
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Hays, KS

Average snowfall in April - Hays, KS
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Hays, KS

Average snowfall days in April - Hays, KS
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Hays, KS

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Hays, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Hays, KS

Average sunshine days in April - Hays, KS
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Hays, KS

Average UV index in April - Hays, KS
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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

Average cloud cover in April
Hays, KS

Average cloud cover in April - Hays, KS
  • Average cloud cover in April: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in April
Hays, KS

Average visibility in April - Hays, 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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