April weather forecast
Cottonwood, IL

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Weather in April

April is an enjoyable spring month in Cottonwood, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

Cottonwood's weather in April shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from March's mild 55.4°F (13°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) on average during April.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

April is the month with the most rainfall in Cottonwood, Illinois. Rain falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cottonwood, Illinois, are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Cottonwood aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Cottonwood is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of April, in Cottonwood, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Cottonwood, the average sunshine in April is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Cottonwood?

In Cottonwood, 66.4°F (19.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.9°F (9.4°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April in Cottonwood?

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

What is the rainiest month in Cottonwood?

April is the month with the most rainfall in Cottonwood, Illinois. Rain falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in April in Cottonwood?

In Cottonwood, in April, during 14.7 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cottonwood?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Cottonwood aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Cottonwood?

On the first day of April in Cottonwood, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottonwood have in April?

In Cottonwood, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Cottonwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Cottonwood is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average temperature in April - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average pressure in April - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average wind speed in April - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in April
Cottonwood, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average rainfall in April - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average snowfall in April - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cottonwood, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Cottonwood, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average UV index in April - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average UV index in April: 5

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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Cottonwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in April
Cottonwood, IL

Average visibility in April - Cottonwood, 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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