April weather forecast
Central City, SD

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Weather in April

April ushers in a marked change in Central City’s weather as the full bloom of spring is felt. The temperatures continue to elevate from those in March, and the snowfall diminishes significantly. The memorable feature of April weather is the increased rainfall which averages 1.61" (41mm). The city begins to witness the transformation from a snow-covered landscape to a green field dotted with early spring flowers. Despite the variable and at times unpredictable weather, April symbolises the reawakening of nature in Central City.

Temperature

The arrival of April witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) in March to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). Throughout the nights in April, Central City experiences an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 70%.

Rainfall

In Central City, in April, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 rainfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is April, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Central City, 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, in Central City, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:58 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

In Central City, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during April leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Central City in April?

Central City in April has an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in April?

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

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Central City, South Dakota, is April, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in April?

In Central City, in April, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:58 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Central City have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Central City, SD

Average temperature in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average pressure in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average wind speed in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average humidity in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average rainfall in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average snowfall in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Central City, SD
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

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 2min

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
Central City, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average UV index in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average visibility in April - Central City, 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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