April weather forecast
New Salem, IL

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Weather in April

April is an enjoyable spring month in New Salem, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.5°F (17.5°C) and min 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

As April arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in March to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). During the month of April, New Salem experiences a steady low-temperature average of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In April, in New Salem, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout April, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in April, New Salem aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.3h.

UV index

In New Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in April transforms into this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in New Salem, is 63.5°F (17.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In New Salem, in April, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in April, New Salem aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Salem have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Salem, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Salem have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in New Salem?

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

Average temperature in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in April
New Salem, IL

Average pressure in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average pressure in April: 29.93"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
New Salem, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in April
New Salem, IL

Average humidity in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in April
New Salem, IL

Average rainfall in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in April
New Salem, IL

Average rainfall days in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
New Salem, IL

Average snowfall in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
New Salem, IL

Average snowfall days in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
New Salem, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
New Salem, IL

Average sunshine days in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in April
New Salem, IL

Average UV index in April - New Salem, 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
New Salem, IL

Average cloud cover in April - New Salem, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
New Salem, IL

Average visibility in April - New Salem, 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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