April weather forecast
Custer, SD

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Large, scenic rocks and trees around this tiny Sylvan Lake located in the tranquil Custer State Park in Custer City, South Dakota
Large, scenic rocks and trees around this tiny Sylvan Lake located in the tranquil Custer State Park in Custer City, South Dakota

Weather in April

April in Custer comes with the promise of spring, markedly distinct from its March predecessor. As snow melts away, the soil absorbs the moisture, leading to the sprouting of new vegetation. It is also the time when temperatures make a noticeable leap, often reaching 50.9°F (10.5°C), ensuring the complete disappearance of snow. The increase in daylight hours up to 13.5 adds to the allure of Custer in April. A perfect time to witness the transformation of the landscape into blooms of green and colorful flowers.

Temperature

April's onset in Custer brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in March to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout the month of April, Custer reports a steady low-temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In April, in Custer, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout April, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Custer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is April, when snow falls for 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Custer is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:56 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during April translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Custer in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Custer, is 50.9°F (10.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Custer?

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

How much does it rain in Custer in April?

In Custer, in April, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Custer?

April is the month with the most snowfall in Custer, South Dakota. Snow falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in April in Custer?

In Custer, in April, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Custer?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Custer, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:56 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Custer have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Custer is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Custer?

In Custer, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Custer, SD

Average temperature in April - Custer, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 32.5°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 (16.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Custer, SD

Average pressure in April - Custer, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Custer, SD

Average wind speed in April - Custer, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in April
Custer, SD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in April
Custer, SD

Average rainfall in April - Custer, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in April
Custer, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Custer, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Custer, SD

Average snowfall in April - Custer, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 7.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Custer, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Custer, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Custer, 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: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Custer, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Custer, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Custer, SD

Average UV index in April - Custer, 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
Custer, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Custer, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in April
Custer, SD

Average visibility in April - Custer, 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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