April weather forecast
Box Elder, SD

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Weather in April

In April, the weather in Box Elder takes on a more distinctive spring character. The chilly winter air makes way for a warmer and more inviting ambiance with the landscape coming alive in an array of blooming flowers and awakening wildlife. The city experiences a marked increase in rainfall, reaching 2.24" (57mm), provoking the essence of a refreshing spring season. The longer days, accompanied by moderate cloud cover, invite outdoor activities and interaction, while the nights carry the subtle coolness of the departing winter. As the month concludes, Box Elder is in full spring effect, heralding the onset of summer.

Temperature

As March transitions into April in Box Elder, South Dakota, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). In Box Elder, the April nights cool down to an average low of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 66%.

Rainfall

In Box Elder, in April, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Box Elder, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Box Elder. April is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Box Elder is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of April, in Box Elder, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Box Elder, South Dakota, is 9.4h.

UV index

In Box Elder, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. 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 is the usual temperature for Box Elder in April?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Box Elder during April are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Box Elder?

The average relative humidity in April in Box Elder, South Dakota, is 66%.

How much does it rain in Box Elder in April?

In Box Elder, South Dakota, in April, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Box Elder?

The month with the most snowfall is April, when snow falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in April in Box Elder?

In Box Elder, in April, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Box Elder have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Box Elder?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Box Elder, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Box Elder have in April?

In Box Elder, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in April in Box Elder?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Box Elder is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Box Elder, SD

Average temperature in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in April
Box Elder, SD

Average pressure in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Box Elder, SD

Average wind speed in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
Box Elder, SD

Average humidity in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

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Average rainfall in April
Box Elder, SD

Average rainfall in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in April
Box Elder, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Box Elder, SD

Average snowfall in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Box Elder, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Box Elder, SD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Box Elder, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in April
Box Elder, SD

Average UV index in April - Box Elder, SD
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Box Elder, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in April
Box Elder, SD

Average visibility in April - Box Elder, SD
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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