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Medora in April
Medora warms up: highs climb to 56°F (14°C), from 45°F in March, with lows of 32°F (0°C) and about 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain.
It scores 76/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 56°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 32°F (0°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (37 mm)
- Humidity
- 60%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 22 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs near 56°F (14°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 32°F (0°C), about 13°C (24°F) below the afternoon high.
About 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's April.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May & June and August & September).
- Comfort improves from 56/100 in March to 76/100.
- Our Dakotas Badlands & Black Hills route recommends May – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 32°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Medora in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Buck Hill
One of the highest points in the South Unit with a short paved walk to 360-degree views.
Why now April scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Wind Canyon Trail
Short 0.4-mile trail to a bluff above the Little Missouri River with wind-carved sandstone.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Little Missouri Saloon
Western saloon in downtown Medora with a casual bar and grill.
Painted Canyon Overlook
Wide overlook of layered badlands just off I-90, often with bison below.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
South Unit Scenic Loop Drive
Paved drive through badlands with bison, wild horses and prairie dog towns.
Nearby in April
- Black Hills in April~217 mi · highs 51°F, 2.1 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Badlands National Park in April~219 mi · highs 61°F, 2.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Medora in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Medora?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 76/100 against a best of 94 in May & June and August & September. Expect highs of 56°F (14°C) and 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain. Our Dakotas Badlands & Black Hills route recommends May – Sep, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Medora in April?
Average highs are 56°F (14°C) and average lows 32°F (0°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Medora in April?
Not much: about 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 16.6 in (422 mm).
What should I pack for Medora in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 32°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Medora in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.