April weather forecast
Colfax, IL

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Weather in April

April is a moderate spring month in Colfax, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into April is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from March's frosty 48°F (8.9°C) to a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). Colfax temperatures generally rest at a low of 43.9°F (6.6°C) during the April nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colfax, in April, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Colfax aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.1 snowfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In April, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and a low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How many days does it rain in April?

In Colfax, in April, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Colfax aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In Colfax, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Colfax, IL

Average temperature in April - Colfax, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°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 (18.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Colfax, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Colfax, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Colfax, IL

Average humidity in April - Colfax, 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
Colfax, IL

Average rainfall in April - Colfax, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in April
Colfax, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Colfax, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Colfax, IL

Average snowfall in April - Colfax, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Colfax, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Colfax, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 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
Colfax, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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
Colfax, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Colfax, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in April
Colfax, IL

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Colfax, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Colfax, 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
Colfax, IL

Average visibility in April - Colfax, 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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