April weather forecast
Mission, SD

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Mission, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of April introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in March to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). During April nights, Mission records an average temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Mission is 63%.

Rainfall

In Mission, during April, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Mission, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 16.89" (429mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Mission, during April, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mission, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 27min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

In Mission, in April, the average high-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Mission, in April, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Mission, in April, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mission have in April?

In Mission, the average sunshine duration in April is 8h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Mission, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Mission, SD

Average temperature in April - Mission, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Mission, SD

Average pressure in April - Mission, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Mission, SD

Average wind speed in April - Mission, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Mission, SD

Average humidity in April - Mission, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (56%).

Average rainfall in April
Mission, SD

Average rainfall in April - Mission, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in April
Mission, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Mission, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Mission, SD

Average snowfall in April - Mission, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Mission, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Mission, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Mission, SD
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Mission, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Mission, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Mission, SD

Average UV index in April - Mission, SD
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Mission, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Mission, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in April
Mission, SD

Average visibility in April - Mission, 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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