April weather forecast
Ames, NE

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Weather in April

April in Ames, Nebraska, is a moderate spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of April, moving from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in March to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). In Ames, April nights cool down to an average of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In Ames, the average relative humidity in April is 66%.

Rainfall

In Ames, during April, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout April, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.4 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ames, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.2h.

UV index

In Ames, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ames in April?

In Ames, in April, the average high-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Ames, the average relative humidity in April is 66%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Ames, in April, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Ames, during April, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:23 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Ames, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Ames, NE

Average temperature in April - Ames, NE
  • Average high temperature in April: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Ames, NE

Average pressure in April - Ames, NE
  • Average pressure in April: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Ames, NE

Average wind speed in April - Ames, NE
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Ames, NE

Average humidity in April - Ames, NE
  • Average humidity in April: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in April
Ames, NE

Average rainfall in April - Ames, NE
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in April
Ames, NE

Average rainfall days in April - Ames, NE
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Ames, NE

Average snowfall in April - Ames, NE
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.1"

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
Ames, NE

Average snowfall days in April - Ames, NE
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ames, NE

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Ames, NE
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Ames, NE

Average sunshine days in April - Ames, NE
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Ames, NE

Average UV index in April - Ames, NE
  • 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
Ames, NE

Average cloud cover in April - Ames, NE
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in April
Ames, NE

Average visibility in April - Ames, NE
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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