April weather forecast
Prior Lake, MN

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Weather in April

April in Prior Lake, Minnesota, is a fresh spring month, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of April, moving from an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) in March to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). Prior Lake records a mean low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) in April.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Prior Lake, in April, during 10 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.2 rainfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Prior Lake are January through May, October through December. In Prior Lake, in April, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.9 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Prior Lake is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of April, in Prior Lake, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Prior Lake is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Prior Lake?

During April, Prior Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and a low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the least humid month in Prior Lake?

The months with the lowest humidity are April, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in April in Prior Lake?

In April, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in April in Prior Lake?

In April, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout April, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Prior Lake in April?

In Prior Lake, during April, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Prior Lake?

In Prior Lake, Minnesota, the average day length in April is 13h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Prior Lake?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prior Lake, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Prior Lake have in April?

In Prior Lake, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Prior Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Prior Lake, Minnesota, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average temperature in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in April: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average pressure in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average wind speed in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average humidity in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average rainfall in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average snowfall in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average UV index in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in April: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Prior Lake, MN

Average visibility in April - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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