April weather forecast
Elwood, IL

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Elwood, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

April's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from March's frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C). During April, Elwood sees a mean low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In Elwood, in April, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Elwood aggregates 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Elwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.3 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elwood, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elwood are 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Elwood, in April, during 16.4 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Elwood aggregates 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April in Elwood, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Elwood, IL

Average temperature in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Elwood, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Elwood, IL

Average wind speed in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Elwood, IL

Average humidity in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Elwood, IL

Average rainfall in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in April
Elwood, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Elwood, IL

Average snowfall in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Elwood, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Elwood, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Elwood, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Elwood, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Elwood, IL

Average UV index in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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
Elwood, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Elwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in April
Elwood, IL

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

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

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