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 to 63.1°F. 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 arrival of April in Springfield brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a cool 50.9°F in March to a comfortable 63.1°F. Springfield's average low-temperature in the month of April is recorded at a chilly 46.2°F.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Springfield, Illinois, during April, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" of precipitation. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.2 days and collects up to 23.27" of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Springfield. April is the last month it regularly snows in Springfield. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Springfield aggregates 0.16" of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.1 snowfall days, and 7.48" of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Springfield, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in April interprets into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What are April temperatures in Springfield?

In Springfield, in April, the average high-temperature is 63.1°F, and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F.

What is the average humidity in April in Springfield?

In Springfield, Illinois, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April in Springfield?

In Springfield, Illinois, during April, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" 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" of snow.

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

In Springfield, Illinois, the average day length in April is 13h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Springfield?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Springfield, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Springfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in April in Springfield?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Springfield is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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