April weather forecast
Madison, SD

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Weather in April

As spring fully introduces itself in Madison, South Dakota, April sees noticeable changes in weather patterns. The weather turns considerably warmer with an average high of 54.1°F (12.3°C). Moreover, the prominence of snowfall diminishes significantly compared to previous months, making way for more regular rainfall. As trees blossom, the average daily sunshine duration increases. April stands as a clear demarcation between the frozen winter months and the promising times of spring in Madison, South Dakota.

Temperature

April marks a rise in the average high-temperature in Madison, moving from March's wintry 41°F (5°C) to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). Madison, during the nights of April, experiences an average temperature drop to a cold 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Madison, the average relative humidity in April is 69%.

Rainfall

In Madison, during April, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 111.2 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Madison, in April, during 3.8 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

Madison in April has an average high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, in Madison, South Dakota, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout April, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Madison, in April, during 3.8 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April in Madison is 13h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Madison, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Madison, SD

Average temperature in April - Madison, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Madison, SD

Average pressure in April - Madison, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Madison, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Madison, SD

Average humidity in April - Madison, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in April
Madison, SD

Average rainfall in April - Madison, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Madison, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Madison, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Madison, SD

Average snowfall in April - Madison, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Madison, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Madison, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Madison, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Madison, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Madison, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Madison, SD

Average UV index in April - Madison, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Madison, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Madison, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in April
Madison, SD

Average visibility in April - Madison, 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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