April weather forecast
Springfield, IL

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Weather in April

April kicks off the comfortable months in Springfield. The weather exhibits a marked improvement in terms of temperature and sunlight with temperatures swinging from 46.2°F (7.9°C) to 63.1°F (17.3°C). The phrase "spring has sprung" is seen in action as beautiful flowers bloom across the town. With extended daylight hours, residents can now engage in outdoor activities without the hindrance of wintry chill. However, the increased rainfall indicates a necessity for an umbrella on hand.

Temperature

The shift from March to April in Springfield sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). In Springfield, April is marked by an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In Springfield, in April, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.2 days and collects up to 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Springfield aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.1 days and aggregates up to 7.48" (190mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Springfield, the average sunshine in April is 8.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature?

The high-temperature, in April, in Springfield, records 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Springfield, during April, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Springfield?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Springfield aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Springfield have in April?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in April?

In Springfield, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Springfield, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in April
Springfield, IL

Average temperature in April - Springfield, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Springfield, IL

Average pressure in April - Springfield, IL
  • Average pressure in April: 29.94"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
Springfield, IL

Average wind speed in April - Springfield, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Springfield, IL

Average humidity in April - Springfield, IL
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in April
Springfield, IL

Average rainfall in April - Springfield, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in April
Springfield, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Springfield, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Springfield, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Springfield, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Springfield, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Springfield, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Springfield, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Springfield, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Springfield, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Springfield, IL

Average UV index in April - Springfield, 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
Springfield, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Springfield, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Springfield, IL

Average visibility in April - Springfield, 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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