Weather forecast for today
Essex, IL

Weather forecast for today

Friday, Apr 4.

Rain
6:28 am

7:22 pm
CDT
Rain
52°F / 41°F
  • Wind: 12mph ENE
  • Humidity: 71%
  • Precip. probability: 91%
  • Precipitation: 0.43"
  • UV index: 4
Today, rain showers are expected, with damp conditions lasting through the day.
The likelihood of rainfall is high, and precipitation will be moderate. The maximum forecasted temperature is a cool 51.8°F, while the minimum temperature will be an icy 41°F.
The forecast high of 51.8°F aligns more closely with March's typical high of 47.5°F than with April's usual 58.8°F.
Sunrise was at 6:28 am and sunset will be at 7:22 pm; the daylight will last for 12h and 54min.

Current condition

Partly Cloudy
2:35 pm CDT
Partly Cloudy
  • 52°F
  • Feels like: 48°F
  • Wind: 9mph E
  • Humidity: 63%
  • Dewpoint: 39°F
  • Pressure: 30.2"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
  • UV index: 4
In Essex, at the moment, the day is partly cloudy with intermittent sunshine.
The temperature is a fresh 51.8°F, with the felt air temperature being appraised at a frosty 48.2°F. The current temperature is the maximum expected temperature for today.

Weather radar - Essex, IL

Doppler radar displays precipitation for the past 2h and forecasts the next 30min

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature now?
The current temperature (2:35 pm CDT) is 51.8°F.
What is the weather forecast for Essex for today?
On Friday, expect intermittent rain, making for a damp and dreary day.
Will it rain today?
Moderate precipitation of 0.43" is predicted. The chance of rainfall is high at 91%.
What will be the highest temperature today?
Today, the maximum temperature will be 51.8°F, while the minimum temperature will be 41°F.
The maximum temperature will be a few degrees lower than the average highest temperature of 58.8°F in April. The lowest temperature will be in line with the average low of 42.6°F.
What time are sunrise and sunset today?
On Friday, in Essex, sunrise was at 6:28 am and sunset will be at 7:22 pm (CDT).
How long is the day today?
Today, the daylight will last for 12h and 54min.

Hourly weather forecast

3 pm
  • 52°F
  • Feels like:
    48°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 10mph ENE
  • Pressure: 30.15"Hg
  • Humidity: 64%
  • Precip. probability: 45%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 9mi
4 pm
  • 52°F
  • Feels like:
    46°F
Rain
Rain
  • Wind: 11mph ENE
  • Pressure: 30.15"Hg
  • Humidity: 70%
  • Precip. probability: 90%
  • Precipitation: 0.12"
  • Visibility: 5mi
5 pm
  • 50°F
  • Feels like:
    45°F
Rain
Rain
  • Wind: 11mph ENE
  • Pressure: 30.12"Hg
  • Humidity: 77%
  • Precip. probability: 86%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 2mi
6 pm
  • 48°F
  • Feels like:
    45°F
Light Rain
Light Rain
  • Wind: 12mph NE
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 81%
  • Precip. probability: 65%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 4mi
7 pm
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    41°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 11mph NE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 88%
  • Precip. probability: 54%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 5mi
Sunset: 7:22 pm
8 pm
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    41°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 11mph NE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 93%
  • Precip. probability: 39%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 5mi
9 pm
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    41°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 11mph NE
  • Pressure: 30.03"Hg
  • Humidity: 94%
  • Precip. probability: 63%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 4mi
10 pm
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    41°F
Rain
Rain
  • Wind: 11mph NE
  • Pressure: 30.03"Hg
  • Humidity: 94%
  • Precip. probability: 75%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 4mi
11 pm
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    41°F
Rain
Rain
  • Wind: 12mph NE
  • Pressure: 30"Hg
  • Humidity: 94%
  • Precip. probability: 70%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 2mi
12 am
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    41°F
Light Rain
Light Rain
  • Wind: 11mph NE
  • Pressure: 29.97"Hg
  • Humidity: 94%
  • Precip. probability: 69%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 2mi
For the remainder of Friday, rainy weather is expected.
Rainfall is anticipated for the rest of the day, with precipitation varying from a minimal 0.04" to a maximum of 0.12". With light precipitation of 0.12", most rainfall is expected at 4 pm.
The temperature will vary between the highest temperature of 51.8°F and the lowest temperature of 46.4°F. The warmest part of the day will be at 3 pm and 4 pm.
The temperature will feel more alike with March's average high than the expected maximum for April. The minimum temperature will be close to April's average low of 42.6°F.
Updated: Apr 4, 2025 @ 19:35:14 UTC
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Essex, Illinois, USA

  • en: Essex, Illinois, USA
  • es: Essex, Illinois, EE.UU.
  • hr: Eseks, Ilinois, SAD
  • sr: Eseks, Ilinois, SAD
  • zh: 埃塞克斯, 伊利诺伊, 美国
  • Latitude: 41.177254°
  • Longitude: -88.185612°
  • Elevation: 587 ft
  • Current time: 2:35pm CDT
  • Sunrise: 6:28 am CDT
  • Sunset: 7:22 pm CDT
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
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