April weather forecastSteamboat Springs, CO

April
Weather in April
April signifies a robust transformation towards milder weather, displaying brighter skyscapes and scenic beauty. Temperature trends witness an ascendancy, ranging from 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to 43.3°F (6.3°C). Yampa Valley revives with the arrival of warmer days, and flora starts to bloom. The snowfall retreats further, making way for rainfall as the primary form of precipitation. Cool breezes replace the bitter cold winds, making April an opportune time for outdoor exploration and sports.Temperature
In Steamboat Springs, the average high-temperature in April slightly increases from an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) in March to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). April brings Steamboat Springs a consistent average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout April, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Steamboat Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.4 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Steamboat Springs. In Steamboat Springs, in April, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow. In Steamboat Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.6 days and aggregates up to 42.4" (1077mm) of snow.Daylight
In Steamboat Springs, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:02 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine in Steamboat Springs is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Steamboat Springs are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In April, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average high temperature in April: 43.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 23.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).
Average pressure in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average pressure in April: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average wind speed in April: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5mph).
Average humidity in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average humidity in April: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).
Average rainfall in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average rainfall in April: 0.98"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").
Average rainfall days in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average rainfall days in April: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4 days).
Average snowfall in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average snowfall in April: 4.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average snowfall days in April: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average sunshine days in April: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.5 days).
Average UV index in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average UV index in April: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average cloud cover in April: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in April
Steamboat Springs, CO
- Average visibility in April: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).








