April weather forecast
Watford City, ND

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Weather in April

April proves to be a month of transformation for Watford City's weather. Residing in the heart of spring, April flaunts an impressive increase in temperatures, with the mercury climbing to a high of 51.3°F (10.7°C). This rise in temperature is accompanied by a significant reduction in snowfall, down to 1.42 in. Days become vibrant with sunlight lasting for longer periods. Winds of change bring clear skies, milder temperatures, and budding greenery, replacing the stark snow-covered landscapes of the winter months.

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks April, moving from March's wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). An average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) is common in Watford City during the nights of April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 63%.

Rainfall

In Watford City, North Dakota, in April, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.6 rainfall days, and 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Watford City, during April, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Watford City, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.2 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:05 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Watford City, North Dakota, is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In Watford City, 51.3°F (10.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.5°F (1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

In Watford City, the average relative humidity in April is 63%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Watford City, during April, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April?

In April, in Watford City, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout April, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Watford City, the average day length in April is 13h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April in Watford City, North Dakota, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:05 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Watford City, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Watford City, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Watford City, ND

Average temperature in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average high temperature in April: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Watford City, ND

Average pressure in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Watford City, ND

Average wind speed in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average wind speed in April: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Watford City, ND

Average humidity in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average humidity in April: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in April
Watford City, ND

Average rainfall in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in April
Watford City, ND

Average rainfall days in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Watford City, ND

Average snowfall in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Watford City, ND

Average snowfall days in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Watford City, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Watford City, ND

Average sunshine days in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Watford City, ND

Average UV index in April - Watford City, ND
  • 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Watford City, ND

Average cloud cover in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in April
Watford City, ND

Average visibility in April - Watford City, ND
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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