April weather forecast
Fort Rice, ND

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Weather in April

April in Fort Rice, North Dakota, is a cool spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

In Fort Rice, stepping into April brings a temperature increase, moving up from March's icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). The month of April records an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Fort Rice, North Dakota, is 66%.

Rainfall

In Fort Rice, North Dakota, in April, during 12.4 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Rice, in April, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Fort Rice, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fort Rice, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Fort Rice is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Rice in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Fort Rice, is 51.8°F (11°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Fort Rice?

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

How much does it rain in Fort Rice in April?

In April, in Fort Rice, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout April, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Fort Rice?

In Fort Rice, in April, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Fort Rice?

In Fort Rice, North Dakota, the average day length in April is 13h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Fort Rice?

On the first day of April in Fort Rice, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Fort Rice?

In Fort Rice, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Fort Rice?

In Fort Rice, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average temperature in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average high temperature in April: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average pressure in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average wind speed in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average humidity in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average humidity in April: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average rainfall in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average rainfall days in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average snowfall in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average snowfall days in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average snowfall days in April: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average sunshine days in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average UV index in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average cloud cover in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in April
Fort Rice, ND

Average visibility in April - Fort Rice, ND
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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