April weather forecast
Stratford, SD

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Weather in April

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

Temperature

The arrival of April brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) in March to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout April, Stratford witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In Stratford, in April, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stratford, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stratford, in April, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Stratford, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Stratford is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Stratford is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Stratford?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stratford are 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Stratford?

In April, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How much does it rain in Stratford in April?

In April, in Stratford, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout April, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Stratford?

In Stratford, in April, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Stratford have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Stratford?

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 Stratford, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Stratford?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Stratford is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Stratford?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Stratford, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Stratford, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Stratford, SD

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

Average wind speed in April - Stratford, SD
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Stratford, SD

Average humidity in April - Stratford, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in April
Stratford, SD

Average rainfall in April - Stratford, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Stratford, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in April
Stratford, SD

Average snowfall in April - Stratford, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Stratford, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Stratford, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Stratford, SD
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Stratford, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Stratford, SD

Average UV index in April - Stratford, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Stratford, SD

Average cloud cover in April - Stratford, SD
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in April
Stratford, SD

Average visibility in April - Stratford, 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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