April weather forecast
Grand Forks, ND

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Weather in April

As the calendar turns to April, Grand Forks enjoys milder weather, as winter starts to recede. There is a significant decrease in relative humidity, going down to 67%, making the air less saturated with moisture. The month is distinguished for having the highest rainfall and number of rainy days (8.3) between February and May. Also, the snowfall drops down drastically to 1.22" (31mm). Despite occasional rain, there is an upward trend in temperature making it comfortable for outdoor activities.

Temperature

With the beginning of April, Grand Forks's average high-temperature experiences a significant increase, moving from a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C) in March to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). Throughout the month of April, Grand Forks sees a steady low-temperature average of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 67%.

Rainfall

In Grand Forks, in April, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grand Forks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.3 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Grand Forks. In Grand Forks, in April, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Grand Forks, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.6 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.2h.

UV index

In Grand Forks, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Grand Forks?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during April are 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Grand Forks?

In Grand Forks, the average relative humidity in April is 67%.

How much does it rain in Grand Forks in April?

In Grand Forks, in April, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Grand Forks in April?

In Grand Forks, in April, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Forks have in April?

In April, the average day length in Grand Forks, North Dakota, is 13h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Grand Forks?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Grand Forks?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Grand Forks?

In Grand Forks, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average temperature in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average high temperature in April: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

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Average pressure in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average pressure in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average pressure in April: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average wind speed in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average humidity in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average humidity in April: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

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Average rainfall in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average rainfall in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average rainfall days in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average rainfall days in April: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average snowfall in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average snowfall days in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.7 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
Grand Forks, ND

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average sunshine days in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average sunshine days in April: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average UV index in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Grand Forks, ND

Average cloud cover in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average cloud cover in April: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in April
Grand Forks, ND

Average visibility in April - Grand Forks, ND
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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