April weather forecast
Kansas, USA

April firmly establishes spring's presence in Kansas. With the winter chill receding, the state warms considerably, resulting in average temperatures spanning from 45°F (7.2°C) to 60°F (15.6°C). This noticeable uptick from March sets the stage for even more temperate conditions anticipated in May.

In April, snowfall becomes sporadic and is largely confined to the early part of the month, especially in the higher altitudes of western Kansas. These regions might still observe light accumulations, generally between 2" (51mm) to 6" (152mm). Meanwhile, the eastern parts of the state often transition fully into spring, with minimal to no snow and increasing rain as thunderstorm activities pick up.

The Chinook winds, which occasionally warmed the state in the preceding months, become rare in April. Nevertheless, these winds, along with other weather patterns, can sometimes catalyze the formation of thunderstorms. Kansas, lying in Tornado Alley, starts to see a heightened risk of these powerful storms towards the latter half of the month.

Cities in the northwest, despite experiencing warmer days, can occasionally face cooler nights. This is especially true in the elevated regions where temperatures can dip briefly. Conversely, southern parts of Kansas enjoy a more consistent warmth during April, making it feel decidedly spring-like.

One of the defining features of April in Kansas is the wind, which remains persistent. It sweeps energetically across the plains, often acting as a precursor to the stormy patterns that intensify as the state heads towards summer. The increasing moisture, coupled with these winds, not only brings refreshing rains but also nurtures the state's vast agricultural expanses, preparing them for the season ahead.

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• Wichita - April »
  In Wichita, in April, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of April in Wichita sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:51 pm.
• Overland Park - April »
  In Overland Park snow does not fall in April, June through September. In Overland Park in April, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Kansas City - April »
  In Kansas City in April, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kansas City, during April, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow.
• Topeka - April »
  During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Topeka aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Topeka aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.
• Olathe - April »
  In Olathe in April, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Olathe, during April, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.
• Lawrence - April »
  In Lawrence, in April, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. April, June through September are months without snowfall in Lawrence, Kansas.
• Shawnee - April »
  In Shawnee during April, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Shawnee, in April, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.
• Manhattan - April »
  In Manhattan, Kansas, during April, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. April manifests strong signs of spring in Manhattan with the thermal readings showing noticeable daytime warming, a clear break away from March's temperatures.
• Lenexa - April »
  In Lenexa during April, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Lenexa, Kansas, in April, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Salina - April »
  In Salina, Kansas, during April, snow falls for 0.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. On the first day of April in Salina sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:53 pm.
• Hutchinson - April »
  In Hutchinson, in April, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Hutchinson, in April, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow.
• Leavenworth - April »
  In Leavenworth during April, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Leavenworth, in April, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow.