April weather forecast
Des Moines, WA

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Weather in April

April in Des Moines, Washington, is a moderate spring month, with an average temperature varying between 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

April's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in March to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C). Throughout April, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

In Des Moines, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Des Moines, in April, during 14.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Des Moines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 14.09" (358mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Des Moines, Washington.

Ocean temperature

February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming in 45.9°F (7.7°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Des Moines, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:20 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Des Moines is 7.9h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Des Moines is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, in April, the average high-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Des Moines?

In Des Moines, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

How much does it rain in Des Moines in April?

In Des Moines, Washington, in April, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Des Moines?

April through October are months without snowfall in Des Moines, Washington.

Does it snow in Des Moines in April?

In April, in Des Moines, Washington, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

What are the months with the coldest ocean in Des Moines?

February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Des Moines, Washington.

What is the water temperature in April in Des Moines?

In April, the average ocean temperature in Des Moines is 45.9°F (7.7°C). Swimming in 45.9°F (7.7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Des Moines have in April?

In Des Moines, Washington, the average day length in April is 13h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Des Moines?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:20 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Des Moines have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Des Moines?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Des Moines is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Des Moines, WA

Average temperature in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average high temperature in April: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Des Moines, WA

Average pressure in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average pressure in April: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Des Moines, WA

Average wind speed in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average wind speed in April: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Des Moines, WA

Average humidity in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average humidity in April: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in April
Des Moines, WA

Average rainfall in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in April
Des Moines, WA

Average rainfall days in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Des Moines, WA

Average snowfall in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Des Moines, WA

Average snowfall days in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Des Moines, WA

Average sea temperature in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average sea temperature in April: 45.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.8°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Des Moines, WA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Des Moines, WA
  • 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Des Moines, WA

Average sunshine days in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

Average UV index in April
Des Moines, WA

Average UV index in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Des Moines, WA

Average cloud cover in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in April
Des Moines, WA

Average visibility in April - Des Moines, WA
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

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

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