April weather forecast
Des Plaines, IL

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Weather in April

April in Des Plaines is marked by a significant weather shift, as the spring season gains momentum. Temperatures continue to climb, making outdoor activities more viable and enjoyable. The city records the highest rainfall so far for the year, amounting to 3.62" (92mm) across 16.3 days, indicating a shift from snowy to rainy conditions. As April progresses, the signs of spring become more evident, paving the way for warmer days in May. The escalating temperature trend continues into the next month, as spring carries on in full swing.

Temperature

Des Plaines in April sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in March to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). In Des Plaines, April nights witness a steady temperature drop to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Des Plaines, in April, during 16.3 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Des Plaines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.1 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Des Plaines, in April, during 2.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of April, 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 7:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

During April, Des Plaines experiences an average high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In Des Plaines, Illinois, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout April, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In April, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout April, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Des Plaines have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, 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 7:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Des Plaines?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

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

Average temperature in April - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Des Plaines, IL

Average pressure in April - Des Plaines, 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
Des Plaines, IL

Average wind speed in April - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Des Plaines, IL

Average humidity in April - Des Plaines, 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
Des Plaines, IL

Average rainfall in April - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in April
Des Plaines, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Des Plaines, IL

Average snowfall in April - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Des Plaines, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Des Plaines, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Des Plaines, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Des Plaines, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Des Plaines, IL

Average UV index in April - Des Plaines, 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
Des Plaines, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Des Plaines, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Des Plaines, IL

Average visibility in April - Des Plaines, 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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