April weather forecast
Plato, IA

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Weather in April

April in Plato, Iowa, is a moderate spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.3°F (5.7°C) and max 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

April's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in March to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). Plato's temperature in April lowers to a consistent average of 42.3°F (5.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Plato, in April, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plato, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.1 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plato, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows in Plato. During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Plato aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Plato, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.5 days and aggregates up to 16.85" (428mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.8h.

UV index

In Plato, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during April translates into the following directions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Plato in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Plato are 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Plato?

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April in Plato?

In Plato, Iowa, during April, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Plato?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Plato. During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Plato aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

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

In Plato, the average day length in April is 13h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Plato?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plato, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Plato?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.8h.

How high is the UV index in April in Plato?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Plato is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Plato, IA

Average temperature in April - Plato, IA
  • Average high temperature in April: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.3°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 (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in April
Plato, IA

Average pressure in April - Plato, 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
Plato, IA

Average wind speed in April - Plato, 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 (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in April
Plato, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in April
Plato, IA

Average rainfall in April - Plato, IA
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in April
Plato, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Plato, IA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Plato, IA

Average snowfall in April - Plato, IA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Plato, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Plato, IA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Plato, IA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Plato, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Plato, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Plato, IA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in April
Plato, IA

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

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
Plato, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in April
Plato, IA

Average visibility in April - Plato, 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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