April weather forecast
Elkton, SD

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Weather in April

April in Elkton, South Dakota, is a fresh spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of April, Elkton's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C) in March to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). In Elkton, the nighttime temperature averages to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C) during April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Elkton is 70%.

Rainfall

In Elkton, in April, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elkton, South Dakota, during April, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.1 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

In Elkton, 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 rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during April morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In Elkton, 53.6°F (12°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.2°F (2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Elkton, in April, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Elkton, during April, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkton have in April?

In Elkton, the average day length in April is 13h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
Elkton, SD

Average temperature in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Elkton, SD

Average pressure in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg

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

Average wind speed in April
Elkton, SD

Average wind speed in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Elkton, SD

Average humidity in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in April
Elkton, SD

Average rainfall in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in April
Elkton, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Elkton, SD

Average snowfall in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Elkton, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Elkton, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Elkton, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Elkton, SD

Average UV index in April - Elkton, SD
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Elkton, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Elkton, SD

Average visibility in April - Elkton, 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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