April weather forecast
Madison, WI

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The State Capitol building in Madison, Wisconsin, on a beautiful spring evening
The State Capitol building in Madison, Wisconsin, on a beautiful spring evening

Weather in April

April brings significant amelioration to Madison's climate as winter fully recedes. Temperature highs hover around 53.8°F (12.1°C), and the city experiences more rain than snow. The landscape revivifies to a palette of green as trees start budding, and flowers begin to bloom. Daylight hours extend further, allowing residents to relish the emerging spring season. The contrast from winter's white to the colourful vibrancy of spring is welcomed by Madisonians with outdoor activities dominating the scene.

Temperature

The onset of April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in March to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). An average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) is noted during the nights in April in Madison.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Madison, in April, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 50.2 days and collects up to 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Madison aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.6 snowfall days, and 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Madison is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.1h.

UV index

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Madison?

In Madison, 53.8°F (12.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 37°F (2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What are the least humid months in Madison?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in April in Madison?

The average relative humidity in April in Madison is 77%.

How many days does it rain in April in Madison?

In April, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout April, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Madison?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Madison, Wisconsin. During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Madison aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

In Madison, the average day length in April is 13h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Madison?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Madison, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in April?

In Madison, Wisconsin, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in April in Madison?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Madison, WI

Average temperature in April - Madison, WI
  • Average high temperature in April: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in April
Madison, WI

Average pressure in April - Madison, WI
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Madison, WI

Average wind speed in April - Madison, WI
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in April
Madison, WI

Average humidity in April - Madison, WI
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in April
Madison, WI

Average rainfall in April - Madison, WI
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.63").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in April
Madison, WI

Average rainfall days in April - Madison, WI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.1 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Madison, WI

Average snowfall in April - Madison, WI
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Madison, WI

Average snowfall days in April - Madison, WI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Madison, WI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Madison, WI
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Madison, WI

Average sunshine days in April - Madison, WI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Madison, WI

Average UV index in April - Madison, WI
  • 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Madison, WI

Average cloud cover in April - Madison, WI
  • Average cloud cover in April: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in April
Madison, WI

Average visibility in April - Madison, WI
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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