April weather forecastWest Des Moines, IA
April
Weather in April
West Des Moines, Iowa in April signifies the full arrival of spring. An increase in rainfall to 2.68" (68mm) is evidence of this change. Temperatures rise consistently, inviting blooming flowers and flourishing vegetation, transforming the city into a colorful spectacle. The outdoor conditions improve further as daylight hours extend into the evening. However, residents should keep umbrellas handy to prepare for unexpected rain showers.Temperature
The onset of April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in March to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C). West Des Moines's April nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).Humidity
In West Des Moines, Iowa, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.Rainfall
In April, in West Des Moines, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout April, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Des Moines, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Des Moines. In West Des Moines, Iowa, in April, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In West Des Moines, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.On the first day of April in West Des Moines, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April is 8h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average high temperature in April: 59.5°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 (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average pressure in April: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average wind speed in April: 10.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average humidity in April: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average rainfall in April: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average rainfall days in April: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average snowfall in April: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average snowfall days in April: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 24min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in April: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average sunshine days in April: 13 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average UV index in April: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average cloud cover in April: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in April
West Des Moines, IA
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
