April weather forecast
Sims, IL

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Weather in April

April is a comfortable spring month in Sims, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and an average low of 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

The onset of April brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in March to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In April, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

In Sims, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Sims, Illinois, is April, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Sims. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Sims aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Sims, Illinois, is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during April translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Sims?

In April, in Sims, the average high-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Sims?

The average relative humidity in April in Sims is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Sims?

April is the month with the most rainfall in Sims. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sims in April?

In Sims, Illinois, during April, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sims?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Sims, Illinois. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Sims aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sims have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Sims?

On the first day of April in Sims, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Sims?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in April in Sims?

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

Average temperature in April - Sims, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in April
Sims, IL

Average pressure in April - Sims, IL
  • Average pressure in April: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Sims, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Sims, IL

Average humidity in April - Sims, IL
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Sims, IL

Average rainfall in April - Sims, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 4.96"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in April
Sims, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Sims, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Sims, IL

Average snowfall in April - Sims, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Sims, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Sims, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Sims, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sims, IL
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Sims, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Sims, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in April
Sims, IL

Average UV index in April - Sims, IL
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Sims, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Sims, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in April
Sims, IL

Average visibility in April - Sims, 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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