April weather forecast
Estes Park, CO

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Weather in April

April's weather in Estes Park, Colorado, is a mix of retreating cold and emerging warmth. Compared to March, this month experiences a significant spike in rainfall with 3.03" (77mm). Making its mark as the start of the rainy season, April showers bring a surge in the region's flora. The town also gets to enjoy more daylight hours with the onset of spring. The gentle whispers of the wind keep the atmosphere stirring, offering relief from the changing weather conditions.

Temperature

As April unfolds in Estes Park, the average high-temperature reaches a chilly 42.8°F (6°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Throughout the month of April, Estes Park expects an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In April, in Estes Park, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout April, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Estes Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Estes Park are January through June, August through December. April is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 21.3" (541mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Estes Park, the average sunshine in April is 9.2h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is April cold in Estes Park?

In Estes Park, 42.8°F (6°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April in Estes Park?

The average relative humidity in April in Estes Park is 70%.

How much does it rain in Estes Park in April?

In Estes Park, Colorado, during April, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Estes Park?

April is the month with the most snowfall in Estes Park, Colorado. Snow falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 21.3" (541mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in April in Estes Park?

In Estes Park, Colorado, in April, during 16.3 snowfall days, 21.3" (541mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Estes Park?

In Estes Park, the average day length in April is 13h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Estes Park?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Estes Park, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:57 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Estes Park have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Estes Park, Colorado, is 9.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Estes Park?

The months with the lowest UV index in Estes Park, Colorado, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in April in Estes Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Estes Park is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Estes Park, CO

Average temperature in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average high temperature in April: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in April
Estes Park, CO

Average pressure in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average pressure in April: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Estes Park, CO

Average wind speed in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in April
Estes Park, CO

Average humidity in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average humidity in April: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

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Average rainfall in April
Estes Park, CO

Average rainfall in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in April
Estes Park, CO

Average rainfall days in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average rainfall days in April: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Estes Park, CO

Average snowfall in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average snowfall in April: 21.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (21.3").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Estes Park, CO

Average snowfall days in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average snowfall days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Estes Park, CO

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Estes Park, CO

Average sunshine days in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in April
Estes Park, CO

Average UV index in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Estes Park, CO

Average cloud cover in April - Estes Park, CO
  • Average cloud cover in April: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in April
Estes Park, CO

Average visibility in April - Estes Park, 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).

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