April weather forecast
Hitchcock, SD

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Weather in April

April in Hitchcock, South Dakota, is a refreshing spring month, with an average temperature varying between 55.4°F (13°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

Hitchcock's weather in April presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in March to a mild 55.4°F (13°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 37.4°F (3°C) in April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In Hitchcock, in April, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hitchcock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.3 snowfall days, in April, Hitchcock aggregates 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Hitchcock, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 18.66" (474mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Hitchcock, the average sunshine in April is 7.8h.

UV index

In Hitchcock, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in April translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 67%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout April, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.3 snowfall days, in April, Hitchcock aggregates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hitchcock have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Hitchcock?

In Hitchcock, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. 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 snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average temperature in April - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average pressure in April - Hitchcock, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average wind speed in April - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Hitchcock, SD

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

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

Average rainfall in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average rainfall in April - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average snowfall in April - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Hitchcock, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Hitchcock, 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: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average UV index in April - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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

Average cloud cover in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in April
Hitchcock, SD

Average visibility in April - Hitchcock, 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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