April weather forecast
Ames, IA

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Weather in April

April in Ames is a welcome shift towards mildly warmer weather, the blooming of flowers and clearer skies. The high and low average temperatures hover around the pleasant range of 58.5°F and 41.7°F. Rainfall takes a leap in April, peaking at 2.99" over approximately 14.4 days, making it one of the wettest months of the year. The steadily improving weather conditions allow for increased outdoor activities. Despite the rain, this month is characterized by clear visibility, which remains at 6 miles.

Temperature

Ames's April weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 45.7°F in March to a refreshing 58.5°F. In April, Ames records an average nighttime temperature of 41.7°F.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 72%.

Rainfall

In Ames, in April, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.99" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ames, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 27.48" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ames are January through May, October through December. In Ames, Iowa, in April, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.75" of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.2 snowfall days, and 15.43" of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ames, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of April in Ames, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.7h.

UV index

In Ames, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during April morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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FAQ

What is the usual temperature for Ames in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ames, Iowa, are 58.5°F and 41.7°F respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Ames?

In April, the average relative humidity in Ames, Iowa, is 72%.

How much does it rain in Ames in April?

In Ames, in April, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.99" of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ames in April?

In Ames, Iowa, during April, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Ames?

In April, the average day length in Ames is 13h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Ames?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ames, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ames have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Ames, Iowa, is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in April in Ames?

In Ames, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Ames, IA

Average temperature in April - Ames, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in April
Ames, IA

Average pressure in April - Ames, IA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Ames, IA

Average wind speed in April - Ames, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in April
Ames, IA

Average humidity in April - Ames, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in April
Ames, IA

Average rainfall in April - Ames, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in April
Ames, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Ames, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Ames, IA

Average snowfall in April - Ames, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Ames, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Ames, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ames, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Ames, IA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Ames, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Ames, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in April
Ames, IA

Average UV index in April - Ames, IA
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Ames, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Ames, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in April
Ames, IA

Average visibility in April - Ames, IA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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