April weather forecast
Canton, SD

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Weather in April

With season transition from winter to spring, April brings a substantial rise in temperatures. Days become pleasantly warmer, allowing for more outdoor activities. Snowfall is replaced with rainfall, which enriches the soil and revitalizes dormant fauna. A slight increase in wind speeds, to 11.2mph (18km/h), becomes noticeable, adding to the season's freshness. The climatic change is embraced by everyone, encouraging outdoor explorations under 13.4 hours of daylight.

Temperature

As Canton welcomes April, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in March to a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C). An average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) is noted during the month of April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 68%.

Rainfall

In Canton, during April, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Canton, there are 119.2 rainfall days, and 21.73" (552mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout April, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.5 snowfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Canton, the average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Canton is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Canton?

In April, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Canton, in April, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Canton, during April, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Canton?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Canton, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Canton, SD

Average temperature in April - Canton, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Canton, SD

Average pressure in April - Canton, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Canton, SD

Average wind speed in April - Canton, 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 (7.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Canton, SD

Average humidity in April - Canton, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in April
Canton, SD

Average rainfall in April - Canton, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in April
Canton, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Canton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Canton, SD

Average snowfall in April - Canton, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Canton, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Canton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Canton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Canton, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Canton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Canton, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Canton, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Canton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in April
Canton, SD

Average visibility in April - Canton, 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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