April weather forecast
Chicago Ridge, IL

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Weather in April

April is a fresh spring month in Chicago Ridge, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

Chicago Ridge's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of April, moving from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in March to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) is noted during the month of April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout April, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chicago Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in April, Chicago Ridge aggregates 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Chicago Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 11.61" (295mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

In Chicago Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

The high-temperature during April is 55.2°F (12.9°C) and the low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April in Chicago Ridge is 75%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Chicago Ridge, in April, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in April, Chicago Ridge aggregates 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Chicago Ridge?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In Chicago Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average temperature in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average pressure in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average wind speed in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average humidity in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average rainfall in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average snowfall in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Chicago Ridge, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average UV index in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

Average cloud cover in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in April
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average visibility in April - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • 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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