April weather forecastLead, SD
April
Weather in April
April's weather showcases noticeable signs of spring breaking through winter's icy grip in Lead. A contrast is evident when compared to the cooler March and the warming trend continues into May. Despite being a transitional month, the weather characteristics during April lean more toward spring, with the rain beating the snowfall. Days stretch out longer, the breeze circulates a mellow note, and the city revels in the fresh bloom of spring.Temperature
The shift from March to April in Lead is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). In April, the average low-temperature in Lead records at an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C) during the nights.Humidity
In Lead, the average relative humidity in April is 70%.Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout April, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 rainfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. April is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 6.54" (166mm) of snow.Daylight
In Lead, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:58 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Lead, the average sunshine in April is 9.3h.UV index
In Lead, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 3 in April translates into these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Lead, SD
- Average high temperature in April: 49.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 32.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).
Average pressure in April
Lead, SD
- Average pressure in April: 29.92"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).
Average wind speed in April
Lead, SD
- Average wind speed in April: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).
Average humidity in April
Lead, SD
- Average humidity in April: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).
Average rainfall in April
Lead, SD
- Average rainfall in April: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in April
Lead, SD
- Average rainfall days in April: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in April
Lead, SD
- Average snowfall in April: 6.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Lead, SD
- Average snowfall days in April: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lead, 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: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in April
Lead, SD
- Average sunshine days in April: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Lead, SD
- 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in April
Lead, SD
- Average cloud cover in April: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in April
Lead, 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).
