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Urbandale Weather in April

April in Urbandale brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights dropping to 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 108 mm (4.3 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Urbandale in April

Typically, you can expect about 12 days of rain this month, with 108 mm (4.3 in) on average. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Urbandale in April

Expect highs of 17°C (63°F) in Urbandale in April, with nights dropping to around 4°C (39°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Urbandale in April

With approximately 225 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Urbandale in April

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in April. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

For Urbandale itself, September generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Urbandale Temperature in April

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
108 mm (4.3 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
61% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
225 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
56% *
* Data from: Des Moines, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Urbandale in April

For Urbandale in April, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Urbandale in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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