April weather forecast
Oakes, ND

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Weather in April

April heralds the official arrival of spring, with temperatures soaring up to 51.8°F (11°C). The weather shifts from the icy snowy conditions of the previous months to a soothing and temperate climate, complete with sprouting greenery. The city’s weather transitions from snowy to rainy, with precipitation up to 1.81" (46mm) over about 12 days. Outdoor activities become more enjoyable, and the city turns into a vibrant, green landscape. With reduced wind speed and a warmer atmosphere, residents enjoy their outdoor daily activities more.

Temperature

Oakes's weather in April is characterized by a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) in March to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). Oakes's temperature in April lowers to a consistent average of 35.6°F (2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Oakes, the average relative humidity in April is 68%.

Rainfall

In Oakes, during April, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Oakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.5 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout April, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.5 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Oakes is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Oakes, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Oakes, the average relative humidity in April is 68%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Oakes, during April, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout April, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oakes have in April?

In Oakes, the average day length in April is 13h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakes have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Oakes, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe 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
Oakes, ND

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Oakes, ND

Average pressure in April - Oakes, 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
Oakes, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Oakes, ND

Average humidity in April - Oakes, ND
  • Average humidity in April: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in April
Oakes, ND

Average rainfall in April - Oakes, ND
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in April
Oakes, ND

Average rainfall days in April - Oakes, ND
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Oakes, ND

Average snowfall in April - Oakes, ND
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Oakes, ND

Average snowfall days in April - Oakes, ND
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Oakes, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Oakes, ND

Average sunshine days in April - Oakes, ND
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Oakes, ND

Average UV index in April - Oakes, ND
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Oakes, ND

Average cloud cover in April - Oakes, ND
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in April
Oakes, ND

Average visibility in April - Oakes, ND
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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