April weather forecast
Dawson, IL

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Weather in April

April in Dawson, Illinois, is a comfortable spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average high of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

As March transitions into April, Dawson sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) is observed in Dawson during April.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In April, in Dawson, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout April, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.5 rainfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows in Dawson. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Dawson aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Dawson, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dawson, Illinois, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Dawson is 8.2h.

UV index

In Dawson, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Dawson?

The high-temperature, in April, in Dawson, is 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Dawson?

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

How many days does it rain in April in Dawson?

In Dawson, in April, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Dawson?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Dawson. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Dawson aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dawson have in April?

In Dawson, the average day length in April is 13h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Dawson?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dawson have in April?

In Dawson, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Dawson?

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

Average temperature in April - Dawson, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Dawson, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Dawson, IL

Average wind speed in April - Dawson, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Dawson, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Dawson, IL

Average rainfall in April - Dawson, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").

Average rainfall days in April
Dawson, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Dawson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Dawson, IL

Average snowfall in April - Dawson, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Dawson, IL

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

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Dawson, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Dawson, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Dawson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Dawson, IL

Average UV index in April - Dawson, 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
Dawson, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Dawson, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Dawson, IL

Average visibility in April - Dawson, 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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