April weather forecast
Orchard, IA

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Weather in April

April is a fresh spring month in Orchard, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

April's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from March's cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). In the month of April, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Orchard is 74%.

Rainfall

In Orchard, Iowa, during April, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orchard, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Orchard, Iowa. In Orchard, in April, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Orchard, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Orchard, Iowa, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of April, in Orchard, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Orchard is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Orchard?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Orchard?

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

How many days does it rain in April in Orchard?

In April, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout April, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Orchard in April?

In Orchard, Iowa, in April, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in April is 13h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Orchard?

On the first day of April in Orchard, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Orchard?

In Orchard, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Orchard?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Orchard, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Orchard, IA

Average temperature in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in April
Orchard, IA

Average pressure in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Orchard, IA

Average wind speed in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in April
Orchard, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in April
Orchard, IA

Average rainfall in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in April
Orchard, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Orchard, IA

Average snowfall in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Orchard, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 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
Orchard, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Orchard, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in April
Orchard, IA

Average UV index in April - Orchard, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Orchard, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Orchard, IA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in April
Orchard, IA

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

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

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