April weather forecastGunnison, CO
April
Weather in April
The gradual transition to spring continues into April, with warmer temperatures becoming more frequent in Gunnison. The earlier transition melts away the pristine snow cover, reducing snowfall to an average of 5.35" (136mm). April sees a significant increase in daily sunlight hours, adding a sense of brightness and warmth to the city. Coupled with more infrequent snowfall, these factors result in a noticeable shift in weather to more spring-like conditions. As spring solidifies its grip on the region, April paves the way for the balmy summer weather that is to follow.Temperature
Gunnison sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of April, moving from March's icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). April nights are characterized by a significant departure from the daytime highs, dropping to an average temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity is 68%.Rainfall
In Gunnison, in April, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.5 rainfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, August, October through December. In Gunnison, Colorado, during April, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gunnison, there are 77.9 snowfall days, and 41.65" (1058mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 13h and 14min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:59 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine is 10.8h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: During April, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average high temperature in April: 44.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 22.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.9°F).
Average pressure in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average wind speed in April: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5mph).
Average humidity in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average humidity in April: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).
Average rainfall in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average rainfall in April: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.55").
Average rainfall days in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average rainfall days in April: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average snowfall in April: 5.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are July and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average snowfall days in April: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Gunnison, 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 48min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average sunshine days in April: 14.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).
Average UV index in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average UV index in April: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average cloud cover in April: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in April
Gunnison, CO
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
