April weather forecast
McLaughlin, SD

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Weather in April

April is a fresh spring month in McLaughlin, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

April witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) in March to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). During April, McLaughlin observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 64%.

Rainfall

In McLaughlin, in April, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in McLaughlin are January through May, October through December. In McLaughlin, in April, during 3.6 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in McLaughlin, South Dakota, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in McLaughlin is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:50 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in McLaughlin is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in McLaughlin?

During April, McLaughlin experiences an average high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in April in McLaughlin?

The average relative humidity in April in McLaughlin is 64%.

How many days does it rain in April in McLaughlin?

In McLaughlin, South Dakota, in April, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April in McLaughlin?

In McLaughlin, South Dakota, during April, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McLaughlin have in April?

The average day length in April in McLaughlin is 13h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in McLaughlin?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in McLaughlin, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:50 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in McLaughlin?

In McLaughlin, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in April in McLaughlin?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in McLaughlin is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
McLaughlin, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in April
McLaughlin, SD

Average pressure in April - McLaughlin, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"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
McLaughlin, SD

Average wind speed in April - McLaughlin, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in April
McLaughlin, SD

Average humidity in April - McLaughlin, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in April
McLaughlin, SD

Average rainfall in April - McLaughlin, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in April
McLaughlin, SD

Average rainfall days in April - McLaughlin, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
McLaughlin, SD

Average snowfall in April - McLaughlin, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
McLaughlin, SD

Average snowfall days in April - McLaughlin, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.6 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
McLaughlin, SD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - McLaughlin, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
McLaughlin, SD

Average sunshine days in April - McLaughlin, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in April
McLaughlin, SD

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

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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
McLaughlin, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in April
McLaughlin, SD

Average visibility in April - McLaughlin, 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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