Weather in Chicago in april 2025

The weather in Chicago in april comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for all the month, but also navigating through the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout april

bad weather 73.3cm

Weather at 6am
43°F

Partly Cloudy

23%

Moderate rain at times

18%

Cloudy

14%

Weather at 12pm
50°F

Partly Cloudy

20%

Moderate rain at times

19%

Cloudy

16%

Weather at 6pm
49°F

Partly Cloudy

23%

Moderate rain at times

18%

Cloudy

16%

Weather at 3am
45°F

Clear/Sunny

30%

Partly Cloudy

24%

Moderate rain at times

18%

Heavy rain

12%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Chicago in april

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Chicago in april.


The climate of Chicago in april is bad

Despite the rising temperatures that occurred over the months, the city of Chicago still faces a cool atmosphere. Thus the weather in Chicago throughout April is unpleasant because of this persistent cold. This is especially true since the days often see the occurrence of rainy episodes.

Chicago at the Beginning of April

Fresh temperatures characterize the first ten days of the month. Despite the pleasant presence of the sun, it is not surprising that some evenings are still dominated by relatively abundant snowfall. For this reason, hot clothes are a must if one wants to have a good time in Chicago at the beginning of April.

Chicago in the Middle of April

Climatic conditions are improving slowly but surely. In addition to the rising temperatures, a shy sunshine defines the days one after the other. However, one must still expect a few days covered with cottony clouds which sometimes give place to heavy grey clouds.

Chicago at the End of April

Towards the end of April, the temperatures are slightly decreasing and freshen the mornings once again - while the sunny days prevail over the rainy and cloudy ones. In the end, the climate throughout April in Chicago is rather lenient. Simply bundle up to feel comfortable.



Chicago: another month?

If you can push back the dates of your trip, we advise you to go in may to Chicago. more information

April: another location in the United States (USA)?

If you want to go to the United States (USA) in april, there are destinations with better weather than Chicago:

In april, California, Phoenix (Arizona), Big Bend National Park (Texas) , Carolina Beach, Edisto Beach and Gulf Shores (Alabama) have perfect weather.

Furthermore, Louisiana, Washington D. C., Atlanta, Dallas, Hawaii (Honolulu) and Las Vegas have good weather.

Finally, Boston, Grand Canyon, New York City, Seattle, Portland and Albuquerque have a tolerable climate, but better than Chicago.

more information about United States's weather in april


Seasonal average climate and temperature of Chicago in april

Check below seasonal norms These statistics are generated from the weather statements of the last years of april.

April
Outside temperature
Average temperature 47°F
Highest temperature 52°F
Lowest temperature 43°F
Highest record temperature 74°F
(2021)
Lowest record temperature 23°F
(2018)
Number of days at +65°F 2 day(s)
(7%)
Number of days at -32°F 2 day(s)
(7%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 43°F
Lowest sea temperature 38°F
Highest sea temperature 47°F
Wind
Wind speed 24km/h
Wind temperature 36°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 7.1in
Number of days with rainfall 9 day(s)
(31%)
Record daily rainfall 2.3in
(2012)
Snowfall 73.3cm
Other climate data
Humidity 84%
Visibility 8.96km
Cloud cover 48%
UV index 3
Daily sunshine hours 12
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 05:10
Time of sunset 18:32
Length of day 13:22
Our opinion about the weather in april
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net bad



How was the weather last april?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Chicago in april 2024:

01-04-2024
Overcast
41°F to 43°F
02-04-2024
Moderate rain
38°F to 43°F
03-04-2024
Moderate or heavy snow showers
36°F to 38°F
04-04-2024
Moderate or heavy snow showers
36°F to 40°F
05-04-2024
Patchy rain nearby
38°F to 41°F
06-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
36°F to 45°F
07-04-2024
Patchy light rain
41°F to 45°F
08-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
47°F to 65°F
09-04-2024
Overcast
52°F to 58°F
10-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
47°F to 54°F
11-04-2024
Light rain
45°F to 49°F
12-04-2024
Patchy rain nearby
43°F to 49°F
13-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 61°F
14-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
58°F to 68°F
15-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 59°F
16-04-2024
Light rain
49°F to 56°F
17-04-2024
Patchy rain nearby
59°F to 63°F
18-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 54°F
19-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 56°F
20-04-2024
Partly Cloudy
41°F to 49°F
21-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
41°F to 54°F
22-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 59°F
23-04-2024
Cloudy
52°F to 58°F
24-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 43°F
25-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 52°F
26-04-2024
Partly Cloudy
45°F to 54°F
27-04-2024
Overcast
59°F to 76°F
28-04-2024
Patchy rain nearby
59°F to 67°F
29-04-2024
Patchy rain nearby
58°F to 65°F
30-04-2024
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 63°F

Map: other cities in the United States (USA) in april

Cities near Chicago:

Illinois in apriltolerable weather
Wisconsin in aprilvery bad weather
Indianapolis in apriltolerable weather
Detroit in aprilbad weather
Cincinnati in apriltolerable weather
St. Louis (Missouri) in aprilgood weather
Louisville (Kentucky) in aprilgood weather
Cleveland in aprilbad weather
Des Moines in apriltolerable weather
Missouri in apriltolerable weather
Minneapolis (Minnesota) in aprilvery bad weather
Nashville in aprilgood weather
United States in april: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in april.

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Weather data for Chicago in april:

Weather data for Chicago for april are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Chicago. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Chicago can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Chicago.


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