April weather forecast
Gretna, LA

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Weather in April

Consistent weather improvements continue in Gretna in April. Residents enjoy a tinge of summer warmth as the sun shines brightly across the city. April shares the lowest amount of rainfall, at 0.43" (11mm), with March, leading to drier conditions. Pleasant day temperatures and warm nights make this month an ideal time for night-time engagements and star gazing. Although the wind speeds peak at 10.4mph (16.7km/h), wind gust speeds remain lower, ensuring a gentle weather experience throughout the month.

Temperature

April introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from March's agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) to a moderately hot 77°F (25°C). Throughout the nights in April, an average low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Gretna, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are March and April Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

Snowfall

In Gretna, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In Gretna, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during April morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Gretna in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gretna, Louisiana, are 77°F (25°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Gretna?

The average relative humidity in April in Gretna, Louisiana, is 73%.

What is the driest month in Gretna?

The months with the least rainfall are March and April Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Gretna in April?

In Gretna, in April, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gretna?

In Gretna, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through December.

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

In Gretna, the average day length in April is 12h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Gretna?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gretna, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Gretna?

In Gretna, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Gretna?

In Gretna, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Gretna, LA

Average temperature in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average high temperature in April: 77°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.6°F).

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Average pressure in April
Gretna, LA

Average pressure in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average pressure in April: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Gretna, LA

Average wind speed in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in April
Gretna, LA

Average humidity in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average humidity in April: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in April
Gretna, LA

Average rainfall in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in April
Gretna, LA

Average rainfall days in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall days in April
Gretna, LA

Average snowfall days in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Gretna, LA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Gretna, LA

Average sunshine days in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in April
Gretna, LA

Average UV index in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in April
Gretna, LA

Average cloud cover in April - Gretna, LA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in April
Gretna, LA

Average visibility in April - Gretna, LA
  • 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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