April weather forecast
Cape Girardeau, MO

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A unique aerial panorama of the Cape Girardeau in Missouri, with a clear view of the large Mississippi River outback
A unique aerial panorama of the Cape Girardeau in Missouri, with a clear view of the large Mississippi River outback

Weather in April

April in Cape Girardeau, Missouri exhibits a marked transition towards warmer weather. Temperatures in the city rise incrementally, with balmy nights recording 49.8°F (9.9°C) and mild, sunlit days touching to 67.1°F (19.5°C). The landscape becomes more colorful as fresh blooms add hues to the city. As the city basks under the increasingly prolonged sunlight, occasional showers recreate enchanting rainbows. When geared with a light raincoat, exploring Cape Girardeau's diverse culture and nature could be a real delight during this month.

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of April, moving from a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) in March to a still refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C). Cape Girardeau, in April, witnesses an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Cape Girardeau is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cape Girardeau are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows in Cape Girardeau. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Cape Girardeau aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.2 days and aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Cape Girardeau is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of April, in Cape Girardeau, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Cape Girardeau is 8.7h.

UV index

In Cape Girardeau, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cape Girardeau in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Cape Girardeau, is 67.1°F (19.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Cape Girardeau?

In April, the average relative humidity in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Cape Girardeau?

The month with the most rainfall in Cape Girardeau is April, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cape Girardeau in April?

In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, during April, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Cape Girardeau?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Cape Girardeau aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Cape Girardeau?

The average day length in April in Cape Girardeau is 13h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Cape Girardeau?

On the first day of April in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cape Girardeau have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Cape Girardeau is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Cape Girardeau?

In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average temperature in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average high temperature in April: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average pressure in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average wind speed in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average humidity in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average rainfall in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average rainfall in April: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average rainfall days in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average snowfall in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.04"

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
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average snowfall days in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average sunshine days in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average UV index in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average cloud cover in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in April
Cape Girardeau, MO

Average visibility in April - Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 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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