April weather forecast
Russell, KS

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Weather in April

April showcases a touch of warmth as temperatures rise steadily, leading to the decline of snowfall and a surge in rainfall to 1.57" (40mm). The landscape becomes lively with the blossoming of flowers and the budding of leaves, owing to the increased sunshine hours. Outdoor enthusiasts can revel in the longer daylight periods and mild temperatures. Cloud cover reduces substantially, paving the way for more sunshine hours. Winds continue to pick up, blowing at an average speed of 12.3mph (19.8km/h).

Temperature

April indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from 57.4°F (14.1°C) in March to a still refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). The temperature dips to an average of 45.1°F (7.3°C) during April nights.

Humidity

In Russell, the average relative humidity in April is 60%.

Rainfall

In Russell, in April, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Russell, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.3 days and collects up to 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Russell. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Russell aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In Russell, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

Russell in April has an average high-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Russell, the average relative humidity in April is 60%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Russell, in April, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Russell aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

How high is the UV index in April in Russell?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Russell, KS

Average temperature in April - Russell, KS
  • Average high temperature in April: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Russell, KS

Average pressure in April - Russell, KS
  • Average pressure in April: 29.9"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
Russell, KS

Average wind speed in April - Russell, KS
  • Average wind speed in April: 12.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Russell, KS

Average humidity in April - Russell, KS
  • Average humidity in April: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in April
Russell, KS

Average rainfall in April - Russell, KS
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Russell, KS

Average rainfall days in April - Russell, KS
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Russell, KS

Average snowfall in April - Russell, KS
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Russell, KS

Average snowfall days in April - Russell, KS
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 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, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Russell, KS

Average sunshine days in April - Russell, KS
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Russell, KS

Average UV index in April - Russell, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Russell, KS

Average cloud cover in April - Russell, KS
  • Average cloud cover in April: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in April
Russell, KS

Average visibility in April - Russell, 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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