April weather forecast
Cedar Rapids, IA

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Weather in April

April finally brings an end to Cedar Rapids' snowy season, pointing to brighter and sunnier days. With temperatures reaching a pleasant 57.9°F (14.4°C), this month invites residents to enjoy the outdoors. The increased daylight hours provide more opportunities to soak in the warmth of the sun. However, April is not without rainfall, so do expect some wetter days. Despite the bouts of rain, Cedar Rapids maintains good visibility throughout the month.

Temperature

The start of April is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in March to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). Cedar Rapids in April anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Cedar Rapids is 75%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Rapids, in April, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows in Cedar Rapids. During 1.1 snowfall days, in April, Cedar Rapids aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cedar Rapids, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Cedar Rapids?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Cedar Rapids, is 57.9°F (14.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Cedar Rapids?

The average relative humidity in April in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in April in Cedar Rapids?

In April, in Cedar Rapids, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout April, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cedar Rapids?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. During 1.1 snowfall days, in April, Cedar Rapids aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Cedar Rapids?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Cedar Rapids?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cedar Rapids, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Cedar Rapids?

The average sunshine duration in April in Cedar Rapids is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in April in Cedar Rapids?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading 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
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average temperature in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.4°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 (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average humidity in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average rainfall in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average snowfall in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Cedar Rapids, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average UV index in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in April
Cedar Rapids, IA

Average visibility in April - Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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