April weather forecast
Lead, SD

Weather in April

April is a frosty spring month in Lead, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

In Lead, South Dakota, the average high-temperature in April marginally rises from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) in March to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). The average low-temperature, in April, is 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In Lead, the average relative humidity in April is 70%.

Rainfall

In Lead, South Dakota, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically 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 in Lead. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of April, in Lead, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 3 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in April in Lead?

In Lead, South Dakota, in April, the average high-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Lead?

In April, the average relative humidity in Lead is 70%.

How many days does it rain in April in Lead?

In Lead, South Dakota, in April, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Lead?

April is the month with the most snowfall in Lead, South Dakota. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lead in April?

In April, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout April, 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Lead?

In Lead, the average day length in April is 13h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Lead?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lead, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:57 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lead have in April?

In Lead, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Lead?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Lead is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Lead, SD

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).

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Average pressure in April
Lead, SD

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).

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Average wind speed in April
Lead, SD

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).

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Average humidity in April
Lead, SD

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%).

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Average rainfall in April
Lead, SD

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").

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Average rainfall days in April
Lead, SD

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).

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Average snowfall in April
Lead, SD

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").

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Average snowfall days in April
Lead, SD

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).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lead, SD

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 28min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 55min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in April
Lead, SD

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).

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Average UV index in April
Lead, SD

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).

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Average cloud cover in April
Lead, SD

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).

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Average visibility in April
Lead, SD

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).

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