April weather forecast
Scales Mound, IL

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Weather in April

April in Scales Mound marks the full arrival of spring, the potency of chilly winter on a considerable decline. Being a transition month, it introduces a warmer climate with more hours of daylight. April rain showers are a frequent occurrence, nourishing the flora. Increased cloud% seen in March starts to drop, allowing more sunshine to drape the city. Calm morning breezes and cool nights become a norm, bid winter goodbye, and welcome in summer.

Temperature

In Scales Mound, stepping into April brings a temperature increase, moving up from March's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C). An average temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) is recorded in Scales Mound during the nights in April.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Scales Mound, Illinois, during April, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Scales Mound, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.1 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in April, Scales Mound aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Scales Mound, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.9 days and aggregates up to 17.52" (445mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of April in Scales Mound, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Scales Mound is 7.5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Scales Mound?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Scales Mound during April are 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Scales Mound?

The months with the lowest humidity in Scales Mound, Illinois, are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in April in Scales Mound?

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in April in Scales Mound?

In April, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout April, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Scales Mound?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Scales Mound. During 1.9 snowfall days, in April, Scales Mound aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scales Mound have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Scales Mound?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Scales Mound?

In Scales Mound, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Scales Mound?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Scales Mound is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average temperature in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average pressure in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average wind speed in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average humidity in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average rainfall in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average snowfall in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 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
Scales Mound, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Scales Mound, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average UV index in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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
Scales Mound, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Scales Mound, IL

Average visibility in April - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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