April weather forecastCortez, CO
April
Weather in April
April sees the weather in Cortez transition fully into spring, shedding away the last vestiges of winter. Snowfall becomes nearly non-existent with just an average of 0.67" (17mm) falling over the city. Flower buds start to open, trees get greener, and the city begins to come alive with the vibrancy of spring. This is the perfect time to enjoy scenic bike rides or leisurely strolls in the park.Temperature
April's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in March to a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C). In Cortez, an average nighttime temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) is expected during April.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 39%.Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout April, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cortez, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.9 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in April, Cortez aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Cortez, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 29.29" (744mm) of snow.Daylight
In Cortez, Colorado, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 11min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:03 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Cortez, the average sunshine in April is 11.1h.UV index
In Cortez, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In April, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Cortez, CO
- Average high temperature in April: 58.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 37.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in April
Cortez, CO
- Average pressure in April: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Cortez, CO
- Average wind speed in April: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
Average humidity in April
Cortez, CO
- Average humidity in April: 39%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).
Average rainfall in April
Cortez, CO
- Average rainfall in April: 0.67"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").
Average rainfall days in April
Cortez, CO
- Average rainfall days in April: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in April
Cortez, CO
- Average snowfall in April: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Cortez, CO
- Average snowfall days in April: 1.6 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cortez, CO
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in April: 11h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in April
Cortez, CO
- Average sunshine days in April: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.6 days).
Average UV index in April
Cortez, CO
- Average UV index in April: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Cortez, CO
- Average cloud cover in April: 20
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in April
Cortez, CO
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
