April weather forecast
Gretna, LA

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Weather in April

Consistent weather improvements continue in Gretna in April. Residents enjoy a tinge of summer warmth as the sun shines brightly across the city. April shares the lowest amount of rainfall, at 0.43" (11mm), with March, leading to drier conditions. Pleasant day temperatures and warm nights make this month an ideal time for night-time engagements and star gazing. Although the wind speeds peak at 10.4mph (16.7km/h), wind gust speeds remain lower, ensuring a gentle weather experience throughout the month.

Temperature

The start of April signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) in March to a warm 77°F (25°C). In April, Gretna records an average nighttime temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 73%.

Rainfall

March and April are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Gretna, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during April morphs into the following directions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Gretna, is 77°F (25°C) and the average low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are March and April Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in April?

In Gretna, in April, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Gretna, snow does not fall in February through December.

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

In April, the average day length is 12h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Gretna?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Gretna, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Gretna, LA

Average temperature in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average high temperature in April: 77°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Gretna, LA

Average pressure in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average pressure in April: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Gretna, LA

Average wind speed in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Gretna, LA

Average humidity in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Gretna, LA

Average rainfall in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in April
Gretna, LA

Average rainfall days in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.7 days).

Average snowfall days in April
Gretna, LA

Average snowfall days in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Gretna, LA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Gretna, LA

Average sunshine days in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Gretna, LA

Average UV index in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Gretna, LA

Average cloud cover in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in April
Gretna, LA

Average visibility in April - Gretna, LA
  • 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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