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Elgin, IL Weather on April 11
April 11th in Elgin, IL typically brings cool spring weather, with average highs around 57°F and lows near 35°F. Over 53 years of records, the warmest April 11th was in 2011 (65°F average), while the coldest was 1989 (30°F) — a 35°F range across recorded history. Precipitation has occurred on 34% of recorded April 11th dates, with snow falling 2% of the time. Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
What to Expect on April 11
Planning for April 11th in Elgin, IL? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
April 11 Weather Records for Elgin
- •The all-time record high for April 11th in Elgin, IL is 82°F, set in 2011.
- •The coldest April 11th on record dropped to 22°F in 1989.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on April 11th in 21 of the last 53 years.
- •Last year (1971), April 11th was 23°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 11 ever in Elgin?
The warmest April 11 in Elgin, IL reached 82°F in 2011. That is 25°F above the long-term average high of 57°F.
What was the coldest April 11 ever in Elgin?
The coldest April 11 in Elgin, IL dropped to 22°F in 1989. That is 13°F below the long-term average low of 35°F.
What is the average temperature on April 11 in Elgin?
On April 11, Elgin averages a high of 57°F and a low of 35°F based on 53 years of NOAA weather observations from ELGIN WATER.
How many years of weather data are available for April 11 in Elgin?
We have 53 years of weather records for April 11 in Elgin, IL, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
April 11 Weather History in Elgin
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 44°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 70°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 71°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 62°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 56°F | 44°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 2020 | 49°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 38°F | 34°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2018 | 45°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 73°F | 42°F | 0.48" | -- |
| 2016 | 49°F | 35°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2015 | 60°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 64°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 41°F | 33°F | 3.35" | -- |
| 2012 | 46°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 82°F | 49°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2010 | 77°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 51°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 53°F | 38°F | 2.49" | -- |
| 2007 | 53°F | 26°F | 0.89" | 1" |
| 2006 | 71°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 82°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 57°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 64°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 64°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 56°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 39°F | 33°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1999 | 56°F | 38°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1998 | 57°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 41°F | 25°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 63°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 41°F | 32°F | 1.12" | -- |
| 1994 | 57°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 61°F | 36°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1992 | 60°F | 41°F | 1.98" | -- |
| 1991 | 53°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 46°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 38°F | 22°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 51°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 73°F | 42°F | 1.52" | -- |
| 1986 | 62°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 56°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 59°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 45°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 43°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 68°F | 52°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 1980 | 38°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 45°F | 30°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1978 | 60°F | 40°F | 0.81" | -- |
| 1977 | 82°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 68°F | 28°F | 0.89" | -- |
| 1975 | 44°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 59°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 80°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 53 years of data from NOAA station: ELGIN WATER
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Elgin, IL, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.