April weather forecast
Chelsea, SD

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Weather in April

April is a fresh spring month in Chelsea, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

As March transitions into April, Chelsea sees a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Chelsea reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) in April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 67%.

Rainfall

In Chelsea, in April, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chelsea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout April, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chelsea, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Chelsea is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of April in Chelsea, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In Chelsea, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during April translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Chelsea?

In Chelsea, 54.1°F (12.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.9°F (2.7°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April in Chelsea?

In April, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How many days does it rain in April in Chelsea?

In Chelsea, during April, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April in Chelsea?

In Chelsea, South Dakota, in April, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chelsea have in April?

The average day length in April in Chelsea is 13h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Chelsea?

On the first day of April in Chelsea, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Chelsea?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Chelsea?

The average daily maximum UV index in April 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
Chelsea, SD

Average temperature in April - Chelsea, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Chelsea, SD

Average pressure in April - Chelsea, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Chelsea, SD

Average wind speed in April - Chelsea, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Chelsea, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in April
Chelsea, SD

Average rainfall in April - Chelsea, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Chelsea, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Chelsea, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in April
Chelsea, SD

Average snowfall in April - Chelsea, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Chelsea, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Chelsea, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Chelsea, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Chelsea, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Chelsea, SD

Average UV index in April - Chelsea, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Chelsea, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Chelsea, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in April
Chelsea, SD

Average visibility in April - Chelsea, 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).

Chelsea, South Dakota, USA

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