April weather forecast
Ward, SD

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Weather in April

April is a cool spring month in Ward, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.6°F (12°C) and min 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

Ward experiences a temperature shift with the start of April, with average high-temperatures moving from an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C) in March to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). During the month of April, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 70%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout April, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ward, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout April, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ward, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.1 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Ward is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

In April, in Ward, the average high-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 70%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Ward, in April, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Ward, in April, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ward have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Ward, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Ward, SD

Average temperature in April - Ward, SD
  • Average high temperature in April: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Ward, SD

Average pressure in April - Ward, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Ward, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Ward, SD

Average humidity in April - Ward, SD
  • Average humidity in April: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in April
Ward, SD

Average rainfall in April - Ward, SD
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in April
Ward, SD

Average rainfall days in April - Ward, SD
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Ward, SD

Average snowfall in April - Ward, SD
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Ward, SD

Average snowfall days in April - Ward, SD
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.5 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
Ward, SD

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Ward, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Ward, SD

Average sunshine days in April - Ward, SD
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Ward, SD

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

Average cloud cover in April
Ward, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Ward, SD

Average visibility in April - Ward, 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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