April weather forecast
Rapides, LA

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Weather in April

April in Rapides, Louisiana, is a warm spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and an average high of 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of April, Rapides's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) in March to a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C). During April, the nighttime temperature in Rapides averages of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout April, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Rapides is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of April in Rapides, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.9h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Rapides, Louisiana, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Rapides?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rapides, Louisiana, are 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Rapides?

In April, the average relative humidity in Rapides, Louisiana, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Rapides in April?

In Rapides, during April, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rapides?

In Rapides, snow does not fall in March through November.

How many hours of daylight does Rapides have in April?

In Rapides, Louisiana, the average day length in April is 12h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Rapides?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rapides have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Rapides is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Rapides?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Rapides, Louisiana, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Rapides, LA

Average temperature in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average high temperature in April: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 56.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).

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Average pressure in April
Rapides, LA

Average pressure in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Rapides, LA

Average wind speed in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

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Average humidity in April
Rapides, LA

Average humidity in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in April
Rapides, LA

Average rainfall in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in April
Rapides, LA

Average rainfall days in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Rapides, LA

Average snowfall in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average snowfall in April: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Rapides, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Rapides, LA

Average sunshine days in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
Rapides, LA

Average UV index in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average UV index in April: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Rapides, LA

Average cloud cover in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in April
Rapides, LA

Average visibility in April - Rapides, LA
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

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

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