April weather forecast
Riceville, IA

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Weather in April

Spring truly takes hold in April in Riceville as temperatures leap higher. Distinct spring characteristics include temperatures climbing to a pleasant high of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and rainfall peaking at an average of 2.72" (69mm). In contrast to the winter months, April has fewer snowfall days and more daylight hours. The cloud cover decreases steadily in April, paving the way for brighter and longer days. The city finds itself in a state of transformation, with bursts of spring interspersed with the last remnants of winter.

Temperature

With the onset of April, Riceville's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) in March to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). During April, Riceville observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Riceville, in April, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Riceville, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Riceville, in April, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Riceville, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Riceville, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 27min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Riceville is 7.4h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Riceville 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: In April, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Riceville in April?

Riceville in April has an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Riceville?

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How much does it rain in Riceville in April?

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

How much does it snow in Riceville in April?

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

How many hours of daylight does Riceville have in April?

In Riceville, the average day length in April is 13h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Riceville?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Riceville, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Riceville have in April?

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

How high is the UV index in April in Riceville?

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

Average temperature in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average pressure in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average wind speed in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average humidity in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average rainfall in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average rainfall days in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average snowfall in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average snowfall days in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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
Riceville, IA

Average sunshine days in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average UV index in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average cloud cover in April - Riceville, 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
Riceville, IA

Average visibility in April - Riceville, 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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