April weather forecast
Sheldon, IL

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Weather in April

April in Sheldon, Illinois, is a refreshing spring month, with an average temperature varying between 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of April brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in March to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). Throughout the month of April, Sheldon sees a steady low-temperature average of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Sheldon, in April, during 14.8 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sheldon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.3 days and collects up to 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Sheldon aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Sheldon, the average sunshine in April is 7.8h.

UV index

In Sheldon, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during April translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout April, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Sheldon aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in April in Sheldon is 13h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheldon have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Sheldon is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Sheldon, IL

Average temperature in April - Sheldon, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Sheldon, IL

Average pressure in April - Sheldon, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Sheldon, IL

Average wind speed in April - Sheldon, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Sheldon, IL

Average rainfall in April - Sheldon, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in April
Sheldon, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Sheldon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Sheldon, IL

Average snowfall in April - Sheldon, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.75"

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
Sheldon, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Sheldon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Sheldon, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sheldon, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in April
Sheldon, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Sheldon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Sheldon, IL

Average UV index in April - Sheldon, 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
Sheldon, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Sheldon, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 47

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 34).

Average visibility in April
Sheldon, IL

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

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

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