April weather forecastCooke City, MT

April

Weather in April

April in Cooke City, Montana signifies the transition from chilling winters to temperate springs. The temperatures climb from the lows of March to usher in April's relatively milder and warmer climate. Snowfall sees a surprising increase this month, with the city recording an average of 9.37" (238mm), a headway towards the climatic transition. The added daylight hours establish a more welcoming environment as winter recedes. As the city transitions, changes in pressure, humidity, and wind speeds become conspicuous, highlighting April's dynamic weather.

Temperature

April brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from March's icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Cooke City, during the month of April, experiences an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Cooke City is 67%.

Rainfall

In Cooke City, Montana, in April, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cooke City, Montana, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Cooke City is April, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cooke City, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:24 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Cooke City, the average sunshine in April is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cooke City are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in April transforms into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In April, in Cooke City, the average high-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

In April, the average relative humidity is 67%.

In Cooke City, in April, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

April is the month with the most snowfall in Cooke City. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

In Cooke City, in April, during 12.3 snowfall days, 9.37" (238mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

In April, the average day length in Cooke City, Montana, is 13h and 32min.

On the first day of April in Cooke City, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:24 pm MDT.

In April, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Cooke City is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average high temperature in April: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (14.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"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
Cooke City, MT

  • Average wind speed in April: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average humidity in April: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average rainfall in April: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average snowfall in April: 9.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average snowfall days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 30min

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: 10h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average sunshine days in April: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average UV index in April: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Cooke City, MT

  • Average cloud cover in April: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in April
Cooke City, MT

  • 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).