April weather forecast
Kansas City, MO

In Kansas City, April symbolizes the heart of spring, characterized by steady warming and increased rainfall. The harsh cold gives way to a comfortable cool, wherein cozy jackets replace bulky winter coats. Flower buds burst open, painting the city with a spectrum of bright colors. An increase in daylight hours promises the approach of summer. Amidst the refreshingly chilly weather and blooming flora, Kansas City vividly showcases the beauty of spring.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in April in Kansas City, changing from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in March to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Throughout April, Kansas City witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 62.9%, April is the least humid month in Kansas City.

Rainfall

In Kansas City, in April, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kansas City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.8 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in April, Kansas City aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kansas City, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kansas City, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.