April weather forecast
Cottage Grove, MN

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Weather in April

In April, Cottage Grove is caught in the full sway of spring with the landscape rejuvenating in hues of green. The warming trend of weather is distinct, and it greatly reduces the snow's chance. With days getting longer and sunshine becoming abundant, it's an encouraging period for outdoor activities and appreciating nature in its spring attire. The wind picks up its strength, gusting up to 13.6mph (21.9km/h), bringing refreshing breezes and flying kites' joy. April is the month when Cottage Grove shakes off the last remnants of winter and basks in the emergence of vibrant spring life.

Temperature

Cottage Grove's weather in April shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from March's wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 37°F (2.8°C) in April.

Humidity

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout April, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout April, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cottage Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 24.33" (618mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Cottage Grove, the average sunshine in April is 7.4h.

UV index

In Cottage Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Cottage Grove?

The high-temperature, in April, in Cottage Grove, records 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 72%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout April, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout April, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April in Cottage Grove, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottage Grove have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Cottage Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average temperature in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average high temperature in April: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average pressure in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average wind speed in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average humidity in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall days in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall in April: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall days in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall days in April: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average sunshine days in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average UV index in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average cloud cover in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average cloud cover in April: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Cottage Grove, MN

Average visibility in April - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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