April weather forecast
Harrisburg, NE

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Weather in April

April in Harrisburg is categorized by rising temperatures, with an average high of 57.4°F (14.1°C). There is also a distinctive rise in the amount of rainfall in comparison to previous months. The hours of sunshine significantly increase, bringing more warmth and marking it as the beginning of the comfortable months. Further alleviating the transition from winter, snow becomes a rarity. The wind speed reaches its peak for the year, adding a refreshing breeze to the warmer days.

Temperature

As March transitions into April, Harrisburg notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). In Harrisburg, the average temperature during the nights of April drops to a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

In Harrisburg, the average relative humidity in April is 57%.

Rainfall

In Harrisburg, in April, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Harrisburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110 days and collects up to 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Harrisburg, during April, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of April in Harrisburg, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:52 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Harrisburg, the average sunshine in April is 10h.

UV index

In Harrisburg, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Harrisburg in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Harrisburg, is 57.4°F (14.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 57%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout April, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Harrisburg, during April, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Harrisburg have in April?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Harrisburg?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:52 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Harrisburg have in April?

In Harrisburg, the average sunshine duration in April is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average temperature in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average high temperature in April: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average pressure in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average pressure in April: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average wind speed in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average humidity in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average humidity in April: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (46%).

Average rainfall in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average rainfall in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average rainfall days in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average snowfall in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average snowfall days in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Harrisburg, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Harrisburg, NE

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average UV index in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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
Harrisburg, NE

Average cloud cover in April - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average cloud cover in April: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in April
Harrisburg, NE

Average visibility in April - Harrisburg, 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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