April weather forecast
Independence, MO

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Weather in April

In April, Independence experiences the true spirit of spring, with the weather becoming significantly warmer. The remnants of winter weather, like snow and intense cold, become almost non-existent. April tops the chart with maximum rainfall of 2.8" (71mm). The days get longer, and an increase in sunshine blesses the city. Towards the end of the month, the advance of greenery signals the imminent arrival of summer.

Temperature

As March transitions into April, Independence sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). During the month of April, the temperature falls to an average of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 73%.

Rainfall

In Independence, Missouri, during April, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.1 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Independence, in April, during 0.3 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Independence, Missouri, the average sunshine in April is 8.4h.

UV index

In Independence, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in April translates into these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

April temperatures in Independence, Missouri, vary between a high-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Independence, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout April, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout April, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Independence have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in April?

In Independence, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes 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
Independence, MO

Average temperature in April - Independence, MO
  • Average high temperature in April: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Independence, MO

Average pressure in April - Independence, MO
  • Average pressure in April: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Independence, MO

Average wind speed in April - Independence, MO
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Independence, MO

Average humidity in April - Independence, MO
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Independence, MO

Average rainfall in April - Independence, MO
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in April
Independence, MO

Average rainfall days in April - Independence, MO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Independence, MO

Average snowfall in April - Independence, MO
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Independence, MO

Average snowfall days in April - Independence, MO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Independence, MO

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Independence, MO
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

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: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Independence, MO

Average sunshine days in April - Independence, MO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Independence, MO

Average UV index in April - Independence, MO
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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

Average cloud cover in April
Independence, MO

Average cloud cover in April - Independence, MO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in April
Independence, MO

Average visibility in April - Independence, 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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