April weather forecastLake Preston, SD
April
Weather in April
April in Lake Preston, South Dakota, is a cool spring month, with an average temperature varying between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).Temperature
April's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from an icy 41°F (5°C) in March to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout April, an average nighttime temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) is experienced.Humidity
In Lake Preston, the average relative humidity in April is 69%.Rainfall
In Lake Preston, South Dakota, during April, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lake Preston, there are 111.2 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lake Preston, in April, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Lake Preston, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.Daylight
In Lake Preston, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April in Lake Preston is 7.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average high temperature in April: 54.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 37°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average wind speed in April: 11.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average humidity in April: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average rainfall in April: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").
Average rainfall days in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average rainfall days in April: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).
Average snowfall in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average snowfall in April: 2.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average snowfall days in April: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in April: 7h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average sunshine days in April: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
Average UV index in April
Lake Preston, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average cloud cover in April: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in April
Lake Preston, SD
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
