April weather forecast
Columbus, NE

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Weather in April

April witnesses the full swing of spring in Columbus, Nebraska. This month experiences the highest rainfall of the year, with 2.17" (55mm) falling on average, fostering lush green landscapes. With the leaving winters, April showers usher in a vibrant bloom across the city. Longer daylight hours and warmer days become more prominent, and outdoor activities are enjoyable without the harsh winter chill. Venturing into May, temperatures rise, setting the stage for the upcoming summer.

Temperature

April in Columbus, Nebraska, brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from March's frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). During April, the temperature is averaged to a low of 41.7°F (5.4°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Columbus is 65%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in April, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbus, Nebraska, there are 113.1 rainfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Columbus, in April, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbus, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Columbus, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of April in Columbus, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In Columbus, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in April translates into this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Columbus?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and a low-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Columbus?

In April, the average relative humidity in Columbus is 65%.

How many days does it rain in April in Columbus?

In April, in Columbus, Nebraska, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout April, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Columbus?

In Columbus, in April, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in April?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Columbus?

On the first day of April in Columbus, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Columbus is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in April in Columbus?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Columbus, NE

Average temperature in April - Columbus, NE
  • Average high temperature in April: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Columbus, NE

Average pressure in April - Columbus, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Columbus, NE

Average wind speed in April - Columbus, NE
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Columbus, NE

Average humidity in April - Columbus, NE
  • Average humidity in April: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in April
Columbus, NE

Average rainfall in April - Columbus, NE
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in April
Columbus, NE

Average rainfall days in April - Columbus, NE
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Columbus, NE

Average snowfall in April - Columbus, NE
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Columbus, NE

Average snowfall days in April - Columbus, NE
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Columbus, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Columbus, NE

Average sunshine days in April - Columbus, NE
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Columbus, NE

Average UV index in April - Columbus, 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
Columbus, NE

Average cloud cover in April - Columbus, NE
  • Average cloud cover in April: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in April
Columbus, NE

Average visibility in April - Columbus, NE
  • 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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