April weather forecast
Ford Heights, IL

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Weather in April

April in Ford Heights, Illinois, is a refreshing spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57.4°F (14.1°C) and an average low of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

April sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in March to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). During the month of April, an average temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ford Heights, in April, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ford Heights, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Ford Heights. April is the last month it regularly snows in Ford Heights. During 2.1 snowfall days, in April, Ford Heights aggregates 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ford Heights, Illinois, there are 47.8 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of April, in Ford Heights, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Ford Heights, the average sunshine in April is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Ford Heights is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Ford Heights?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) and a low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Ford Heights?

In April, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Ford Heights in April?

In April, in Ford Heights, Illinois, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout April, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Ford Heights?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Ford Heights, Illinois. During 2.1 snowfall days, in April, Ford Heights aggregates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ford Heights have in April?

The average day length in April in Ford Heights, Illinois, is 13h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Ford Heights?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ford Heights have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Ford Heights is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Ford Heights?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Ford Heights, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average temperature in April - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in April: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in April
Ford Heights, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average wind speed in April - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average humidity in April - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average rainfall in April - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in April - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average snowfall in April - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in April - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Ford Heights, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in April - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average UV index in April - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in April - Ford Heights, 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 August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in April
Ford Heights, IL

Average visibility in April - Ford Heights, 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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