April weather forecastFountain, CO
April
Weather in April
April in Fountain, Colorado firmly establishes the arrival of Spring, marked by a significant contrast to the previous winter-dominated March. The sun is out longer and the temperature continues to rise, inviting residents to embrace outdoor activities. April receives the highest rainfall in the year at 1.38" (35mm), indicating nature's rejuvenation cycle. Simultaneously, there's a drastic reduction in snowfall with a near absence of snowy days. Proceeding into May, weather conditions alter accordingly, preparing Fountain for the Summer's onset.Temperature
The onset of April introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in March to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Fountain registers a substantial downturn from daytime peaks throughout April nights, with an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).Humidity
In Fountain, the average relative humidity in April is 48%.Rainfall
In Fountain, in April, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.1 rainfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fountain, during April, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Fountain, during the entire year, snow falls for 45 days and aggregates up to 23.5" (597mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 13h and 14min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:50 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Fountain, the average sunshine in April is 10.9h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during April leads to these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Fountain, CO
- Average high temperature in April: 58.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 36°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).
Average pressure in April
Fountain, CO
- Average pressure in April: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Fountain, CO
- Average wind speed in April: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in April
Fountain, CO
- Average humidity in April: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).
Average rainfall in April
Fountain, CO
- Average rainfall in April: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").
Average rainfall days in April
Fountain, CO
- Average rainfall days in April: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in April
Fountain, CO
- Average snowfall in April: 2.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Fountain, CO
- Average snowfall days in April: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fountain, CO
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in April: 10h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in April
Fountain, CO
- Average sunshine days in April: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).
Average UV index in April
Fountain, CO
- 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 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Fountain, CO
- Average cloud cover in April: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in April
Fountain, 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).
