April weather forecast
Minneapolis, MN

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Minneapolis city and bridge on the Mississippi River, Minnesota
Minneapolis city and bridge on the Mississippi River, Minnesota

Weather in April

April brings the much-awaited spring season to Minneapolis, Minnesota. This month ushers in noticeable changes in weather patterns with rising temperatures and receding snowfall. The city experiences increased hours of daylight, replacing the long winter nights. April sees residents shedding their heavy winter clothes for lighter wear, welcoming the blooming flora. Although the occasional rainfall tends to dampen the mood, it stands as a necessary precondition for the upcoming verdant scenery.

Temperature

Minneapolis's transition into April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) in March to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). Throughout April nights, Minneapolis registers an average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Minneapolis is April, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Minneapolis, in April, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Minneapolis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.6 days and collects up to 8.94" (227mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Minneapolis. In Minneapolis, in April, during 4 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Minneapolis, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.5 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Minneapolis is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Minneapolis, the average sunshine in April is 7.3h.

UV index

In Minneapolis, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in April translates into this advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Minneapolis in April?

In April, in Minneapolis, the average high-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the least humid month in Minneapolis?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, April is the least humid month in Minneapolis.

What is the average humidity in April in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, the average relative humidity in April is 70%.

How much does it rain in Minneapolis in April?

In Minneapolis, Minnesota, during April, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, Minnesota, in April, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Minneapolis have in April?

The average day length in April in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is 13h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Minneapolis?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Minneapolis have in April?

In Minneapolis, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average temperature in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average high temperature in April: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average pressure in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"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
Minneapolis, MN

Average wind speed in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average humidity in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average humidity in April: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average rainfall in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average rainfall days in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average snowfall in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average snowfall days in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Minneapolis, MN

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average sunshine days in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average UV index in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • 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
Minneapolis, MN

Average cloud cover in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average cloud cover in April: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in April
Minneapolis, MN

Average visibility in April - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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