April weather forecast
Elk River, MN

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Weather in April

April in Elk River, Minnesota, is a cool spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average high of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

As Elk River welcomes April, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct rise, moving from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in March to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Throughout April, Elk River encounters an average temperature drop to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

April is the least humid month in Elk River, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Elk River, in April, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elk River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elk River, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. In Elk River, in April, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 19.37" (492mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Elk River, Minnesota, is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of April in Elk River, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Elk River, the average sunshine in April is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Elk River?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Elk River, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Elk River?

April is the least humid month in Elk River, Minnesota, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in April in Elk River?

In April, the average relative humidity in Elk River is 70%.

How much does it rain in Elk River in April?

In April, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout April, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Elk River?

In Elk River, Minnesota, in April, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Elk River?

In April, the average day length in Elk River, Minnesota, is 13h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Elk River?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk River have in April?

In Elk River, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in April in Elk River?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Elk River, Minnesota, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Elk River, MN

Average temperature in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average high temperature in April: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Elk River, MN

Average pressure in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"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
Elk River, MN

Average wind speed in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Elk River, MN

Average humidity in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average humidity in April: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Elk River, MN

Average rainfall in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in April
Elk River, MN

Average rainfall days in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Elk River, MN

Average snowfall in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Elk River, MN

Average snowfall days in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Elk River, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Elk River, MN

Average sunshine days in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Elk River, MN

Average UV index in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Elk River, MN

Average cloud cover in April - Elk River, MN
  • Average cloud cover in April: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Elk River, MN

Average visibility in April - Elk River, 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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