April weather forecast
Keystone, SD

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Weather in April

The weather in Keystone further improves in April, providing a relief from the freezing winter months. The highest increase is seen in temperatures, with April featuring a high of 50.9°F (10.5°C), signaling the imminent arrival of summer. Shower clouds dominate the city's sky, making this the wettest month in Keystone. Longer daylight hours provide more opportunity for sightseeing. As the month of April gives way to May, the city witnesses the bloom of Spring in its full glory, with temperatures that are even more conducive to spending time outdoors.

Temperature

The start of April brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from March's chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). In the month of April, Keystone witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Keystone, during April, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Keystone, 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. April is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:56 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April 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 the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

In Keystone, 50.9°F (10.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.5°F (0.3°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How much does it rain in April?

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

When does it snow the most?

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.

How many days does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout April, 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:56 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

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

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Keystone, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from 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
Keystone, SD

Average temperature in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average pressure in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average wind speed in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average humidity in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average rainfall in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average snowfall in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average UV index in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Keystone, 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
Keystone, SD

Average visibility in April - Keystone, 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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