April weather forecast
Spearfish, SD

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The peaceful and quiet area in the Trout Fishing Pond in the scenic Spearfish Canyon, South Dakota, in the Summer Sportsman Paradise
The peaceful and quiet area in the Trout Fishing Pond in the scenic Spearfish Canyon, South Dakota, in the Summer Sportsman Paradise

Weather in April

April brings with it noticeably warmer temperatures, and typical weather averages move beyond the brisk 50s°F. On this upward climb, snowfall dips dramatically allowing rainfall to dominate the landscape of Spearfish. This shift embodies the arrival of spring with precipitation largely occurring as rain, peaking at 2.01" (51mm). The city enjoys longer daylight hours and increased sunshine, both promising indicators of the approaching summer. The wind, though at its peak, enhances the spring-like feel of the weather.

Temperature

With the start of April in Spearfish, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from March's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C) during April.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In April, in Spearfish, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout April, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Spearfish, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.6 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. April is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6 days and accumulates 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of April in Spearfish, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:59 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Spearfish is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in April interprets into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Spearfish?

In Spearfish, 51.4°F (10.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April in Spearfish?

The average relative humidity in April in Spearfish, South Dakota, is 69%.

How much does it rain in Spearfish in April?

In Spearfish, South Dakota, during April, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Spearfish?

April is the month with the most snowfall in Spearfish, South Dakota. Snow falls for 6 days and accumulates 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Spearfish in April?

In Spearfish, South Dakota, in April, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Spearfish have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Spearfish?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:59 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Spearfish have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Spearfish is 9.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Spearfish?

January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Spearfish, South Dakota.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Spearfish?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Spearfish is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Spearfish, SD

Average temperature in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

Average pressure in April
Spearfish, SD

Average pressure in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average pressure in April: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Spearfish, SD

Average wind speed in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in April
Spearfish, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in April
Spearfish, SD

Average rainfall in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Spearfish, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Spearfish, SD

Average snowfall in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Spearfish, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Spearfish, 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Spearfish, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Spearfish, SD

Average UV index in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Spearfish, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Spearfish, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in April
Spearfish, SD

Average visibility in April - Spearfish, 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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