April weather forecast
Houghton, SD

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Weather in April

April is a cool spring month in Houghton, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average high of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

April's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, escalating from a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) in March to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C). Houghton observes an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) during April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Houghton is 68%.

Rainfall

In Houghton, in April, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Houghton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Houghton, in April, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Houghton, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.6 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Houghton is 7.4h.

UV index

In Houghton, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during April translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Houghton in April?

Houghton in April has an average high-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Houghton?

In April, the average relative humidity in Houghton, South Dakota, is 68%.

How many days does it rain in April in Houghton?

In Houghton, South Dakota, in April, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Houghton in April?

In Houghton, during April, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in April in Houghton, South Dakota, is 13h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Houghton?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Houghton, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Houghton have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Houghton?

In Houghton, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Houghton, SD

Average temperature in April - Houghton, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Houghton, SD

Average pressure in April - Houghton, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"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
Houghton, SD

Average wind speed in April - Houghton, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Houghton, SD

Average humidity in April - Houghton, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in April
Houghton, SD

Average rainfall in April - Houghton, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in April
Houghton, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Houghton, SD

Average snowfall in April - Houghton, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.81"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Houghton, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Houghton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Houghton, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Houghton, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Houghton, SD

Average UV index in April - Houghton, 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
Houghton, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Houghton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in April
Houghton, SD

Average visibility in April - Houghton, SD
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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