April weather forecast
Houghton, IA

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Weather in April

April is a comfortable spring month in Houghton, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In April, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in March to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). During the month of April, an average temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In Houghton, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In April, in Houghton, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout April, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Houghton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Houghton. April is the last month it regularly snows in Houghton. During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Houghton aggregates 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Houghton, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Houghton is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Houghton, Iowa, the average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Houghton?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Houghton, is 61.2°F (16.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Houghton?

In April, the average relative humidity in Houghton is 74%.

How much does it rain in Houghton in April?

In April, in Houghton, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout April, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Houghton?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Houghton, Iowa. During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Houghton aggregates 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Houghton have in April?

In April, the average day length in Houghton is 13h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Houghton?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Houghton have in April?

In Houghton, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Houghton?

In Houghton, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Houghton, IA

Average temperature in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in April
Houghton, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Houghton, IA

Average wind speed in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in April
Houghton, IA

Average humidity in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in April
Houghton, IA

Average rainfall in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in April
Houghton, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Houghton, IA

Average snowfall in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Houghton, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Houghton, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Houghton, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in April
Houghton, IA

Average UV index in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Houghton, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Houghton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in April
Houghton, IA

Average visibility in April - Houghton, IA
  • 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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