April weather forecast
Alexandria, SD

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Weather in April

April is a moderate spring month in Alexandria, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from March to April sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). During the month of April, an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 67%.

Rainfall

In Alexandria, in April, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alexandria, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.6 snowfall days, in April, Alexandria aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Alexandria, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alexandria, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8h.

UV index

In Alexandria, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during April are 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Alexandria, in April, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.6 snowfall days, in April, Alexandria aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alexandria have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Alexandria, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Alexandria, SD

Average temperature in April - Alexandria, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Alexandria, SD

Average pressure in April - Alexandria, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.93"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
Alexandria, SD

Average wind speed in April - Alexandria, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Alexandria, SD

Average humidity in April - Alexandria, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in April
Alexandria, SD

Average rainfall in April - Alexandria, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in April
Alexandria, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Alexandria, SD

Average snowfall in April - Alexandria, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Alexandria, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Alexandria, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Alexandria, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Alexandria, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Alexandria, SD

Average UV index in April - Alexandria, SD
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Alexandria, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Alexandria, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in April
Alexandria, SD

Average visibility in April - Alexandria, 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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