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Weather in Chicago, Illinois for April 2026

Your guide to Chicago weather in April - trends and predictions

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  • Flood Watch - See hour by hour.

    • Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 3 snowy days, Chicago usually enjoys a light touch of snow in April.
    According to Chicago snow forecast for April 2026, 2 snowy days are expected in the next 2 weeks. The closest date with snow is Monday, April 6.

    • Temperatures

  • The forecast for the next days in Chicago predicts temperatures to be around 11 °F, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Chicago at the beginning of April is 8.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 13.3 °F by the end of April.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Chicago experiences heavy rainfall in April, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 129.2 mm.

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Average dry days
3
Dry days
Average rainy days
24
Rainy days
Average snowy days
3
Snow days
Average temperatures
12°/5°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
23 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
71 %
Avg humidity

Chicago Weather April

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March
May
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Overcast
6°
2
Sunny
9°
3
Weather Alert Patchy rain possible
10°
4
Overcast
12°
5
Overcast
10°
6
Patchy rain possible
9°
7
Light freezing rain
2°
8
Patchy rain possible
13°
9
Patchy rain possible
11°
10
Patchy rain possible
11°
11
Moderate rain
16°
12
Patchy rain possible
24°
13
Patchy rain possible
6°
14
Patchy rain possible
13°
15
Sunny
6°
16
Partly cloudy
11°
17
Overcast
10°
18
Patchy rain possible
12°
19
Overcast
13°
20
Patchy rain possible
10°
21
Heavy rain at times
13°
22
Sunny
13°
23
Light rain shower
15°
24
Patchy rain possible
13°
25
Cloudy
10°
26
Overcast
11°
27
Sunny
16°
28
Moderate rain at times
16°
29
Heavy rain at times
15°
30
Cloudy
12°

Temperatures trend during April in Chicago

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

April weather in Chicago day by day

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March May
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
Apr. 1 Overcast
Overcast
 6° /1° 6.9 mm 0 cm
Apr. 2 Sunny
Sunny
 9° /1° 16.2 mm 0.4 cm
Apr. 3 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 10° /3° 0.2 mm 0 cm
Apr. 4 Overcast
Overcast
 12° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
Apr. 5 Overcast
Overcast
 10° /2° 0 mm 0 cm
Apr. 6 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /2° 0.3 mm 0.2 cm
Apr. 7 Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 2° /-2° 0.5 mm 0.4 cm
Apr. 8 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /1° 0.2 mm 0 cm
Apr. 9 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /4° 2 mm 0 cm
Apr. 10 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /4° 1.1 mm 0 cm
Apr. 11 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 16° /11° 8.9 mm 0 cm
Apr. 12 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /4° 2.8 mm 0 cm
Apr. 13 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 6° /3° 1.3 mm 0 cm
Apr. 14 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /3° 0.3 mm 0 cm
Apr. 15 Sunny
Sunny
 6° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
Apr. 16 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 11° /3° 10.2 mm 0 cm
Apr. 17 Overcast
Overcast
 10° /4° 1.8 mm 0 cm
Apr. 18 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /5° 2.1 mm 0 cm
Apr. 19 Overcast
Overcast
 13° /5° 0.5 mm 0 cm
Apr. 20 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 10° /4° 3.4 mm 0 cm
Apr. 21 Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 13° /5° 7.1 mm 0 cm
Apr. 22 Sunny
Sunny
 13° /5° 2.7 mm 0 cm
Apr. 23 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 15° /7° 2 mm 0 cm
Apr. 24 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /6° 2.9 mm 0 cm
Apr. 25 Cloudy
Cloudy
 10° /4° 1.2 mm 0 cm
Apr. 26 Overcast
Overcast
 11° /3° 2.3 mm 0 cm
Apr. 27 Sunny
Sunny
 16° /6° 0.4 mm 0 cm
Apr. 28 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 16° /8° 5.5 mm 0 cm
Apr. 29 Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 15° /7° 6.3 mm 0 cm
Apr. 30 Cloudy
Cloudy
 12° /6° 3.1 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Chicago in April is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Chicago forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Chicago in April - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Chicago during April?

During April, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 12° and lows near 5°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Chicago during April?

Significant rainfall exceeding 129.2 mm is expected in Chicago during April, occurring over more than 24 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in Chicago in April 2026?

Chicago experiences an average snowfall of 2.092 cm during April, occurring over 3 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Chicago during April?

The average wind speed in Chicago during April is 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Chicago snow forecast April 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Chicago’s snowy potential this April ❄️
On average, Chicago sees 3 snowy days during April, with approximately 2.1 cm of total snowfall.

April rainfall patterns in Chicago

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Chicagos April weather 💧
Typically, Chicago has 24 rainy days in April with a total of 129.2 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Chicago during April

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of April ☀️

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