April weather forecast
Benson, IL

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Weather in April

April is a moderate spring month in Benson, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

April brings a rise in Benson's average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in March to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). During the month of April, Benson experiences a steady low-temperature average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Benson is 74%.

Rainfall

In Benson, in April, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.1 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows in Benson. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Benson aggregates 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Benson, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of April, in Benson, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Benson, Illinois, is 8h.

UV index

In Benson, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in April translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Benson?

The high-temperature, in April, in Benson, is 59.7°F (15.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Benson?

In Benson, Illinois, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April in Benson?

In April, in Benson, Illinois, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout April, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Benson?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Benson, Illinois. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Benson aggregates 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Benson have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Benson?

On the first day of April in Benson, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Benson?

In Benson, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in April is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Benson?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Benson, IL

Average temperature in April - Benson, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Benson, IL

Average pressure in April - Benson, IL
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Benson, IL

Average wind speed in April - Benson, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Benson, IL

Average humidity in April - Benson, IL
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Benson, IL

Average rainfall in April - Benson, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in April
Benson, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Benson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Benson, IL

Average snowfall in April - Benson, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Benson, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Benson, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Benson, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Benson, IL
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Benson, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Benson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Benson, IL

Average UV index in April - Benson, IL
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Benson, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Benson, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Benson, IL

Average visibility in April - Benson, IL
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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