April weather forecast
Columbia, SD

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Weather in April

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

Temperature

April brings with it a considerable temperature increase, with average high-temperatures rising from March's icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). An average temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) is recorded in Columbia during the nights in April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Columbia is 67%.

Rainfall

In Columbia, South Dakota, in April, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbia, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Columbia, in April, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Columbia, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Columbia, South Dakota, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of April, in Columbia, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Columbia is 7.7h.

UV index

In Columbia, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Columbia?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Columbia during April are 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Columbia?

The average relative humidity in April in Columbia is 67%.

How many days does it rain in April in Columbia?

In Columbia, in April, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Columbia in April?

In Columbia, South Dakota, in April, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Columbia?

In Columbia, South Dakota, the average day length in April is 13h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Columbia?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbia have in April?

In Columbia, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Columbia?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Columbia, SD

Average temperature in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average pressure in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average wind speed in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average humidity in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average rainfall in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average snowfall in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Columbia, SD
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

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
Columbia, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average UV index in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Columbia, 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
Columbia, SD

Average visibility in April - Columbia, 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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