April weather forecast
Forest Lake, IL

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Weather in April

April in Forest Lake, Illinois, is a cool spring month, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

April's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in March to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C) in April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout April, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In April, in Forest Lake, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout April, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. In Forest Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Forest Lake, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Forest Lake, the average sunshine in April is 7.5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

Forest Lake in April has an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Forest Lake, during April, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Forest Lake, in April, during 2.3 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest Lake have in April?

In Forest Lake, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in April?

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

Average temperature in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.3°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 (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average pressure in April - Forest Lake, 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
Forest Lake, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average humidity in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average rainfall in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average snowfall in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Forest Lake, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average UV index in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April
Forest Lake, IL

Average visibility in April - Forest Lake, IL
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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