April weather forecast
Rockdale, IL

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Weather in April

April is a refreshing spring month in Rockdale, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of April signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in March to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 41.7°F (5.4°C) in April.

Humidity

In Rockdale, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rockdale, in April, during 16.3 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.6 days and collects up to 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in April, Rockdale aggregates 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Rockdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rockdale, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:33 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.5h.

UV index

In Rockdale, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Rockdale?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rockdale during April are 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Rockdale, Illinois, during April, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in April, Rockdale aggregates 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Rockdale?

The average day length in April is 13h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:33 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 Rockdale, 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 estimate 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
Rockdale, IL

Average temperature in April - Rockdale, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 58.1°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 (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Rockdale, IL

Average pressure in April - Rockdale, 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
Rockdale, IL

Average wind speed in April - Rockdale, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Rockdale, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in April
Rockdale, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in April
Rockdale, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Rockdale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Rockdale, IL

Average snowfall in April - Rockdale, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Rockdale, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Rockdale, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Rockdale, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Rockdale, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Rockdale, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Rockdale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Rockdale, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Rockdale, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Rockdale, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 50

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 34).

Average visibility in April
Rockdale, IL

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

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

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