Average weather for Chicago in April

It's cool to moderate in April in Chicago with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 8°C.

Start of April

The month of April starts in Chicago with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 5°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.

Mid April

By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 7°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

End of April

By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Chicago is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.

In April, there is an average of 81 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,8 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Chicago in April		New York
Average temperature	15°C	17°C
Max. temperature	19°C	22°C
Min. temperature	11°C	-5°C
Total precipitation	81 mm	81 mm
Rainy days	10 days	11 days
Total snowfall	0,8 cm	0,4 cm
Snowy days	1 day	1 day

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Is April a good time to visit Chicago?

Looking for sun and warm weather? April isn’t a good month to be in Chicago. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.

Temperature records

With 31°C in 2021, Chicago reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 19°C.

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Daily Temperature in April in Chicago

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Chicago, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Precipitation in April in Chicago

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Chicago, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Chicago.

Daily Snowfall in April in Chicago

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Chicago, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in April.

Daily UV index in April in Chicago

This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Chicago, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Temperature in April in Chicago over the years

This chart shows the average temperature in April in Chicago, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Total precipitation in April in Chicago over the years

This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Chicago, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Snowfall in April in Chicago per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Chicago, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in April in Chicago over the past years

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Daily weather in April for Chicago

Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chicago. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Average weather in Chicago by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chicago. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.