April in
Indiana solidly anchors itself in the spring season, showcasing a more consistent rise in temperatures and a landscape transforming under the influence of increasing warmth. The bitter cold that occasionally marked the earlier months is now mostly a memory, with the state experiencing milder temperatures. The northern areas, including those near Lake Michigan, start to shake off the remnants of winter cold, with temperatures ranging from 40°F (4.4°C) to 65°F (18.3°C). Southern regions of Indiana enjoy slightly warmer temperatures, further accentuating the shift from winter to spring.
Snow becomes a rarity in April. Any residual snow showers in the northern parts near Lake Michigan are usually brief and don't last. Instead, rain becomes the dominant form of precipitation, and April showers are a regular occurrence across the state. These showers, often interspersed with sunny days, nourish the blooming flora, making the landscape vibrant and colorful.
Compared to
March, April offers a more stable spring climate. While March had moments of unpredictability, with fluctuating conditions, April provides a steadier rhythm of mild temperatures and regular rain showers, setting the stage for the upcoming warmth of
May.
Daylight continues its increasing trend in April, granting Indiana longer sunlit hours. The sun begins to assert itself more consistently, reducing the cloud cover typical of the previous months. The Great Lakes region, in particular, begins to witness clearer, sunnier days, though the occasional spring shower or storm isn't uncommon.
April is characterized by a revival of nature. Trees and plants burst into bloom, painting Indiana in shades of green, pink, and white. The warming temperatures and blooming landscape make it an ideal time for outdoor activities. Whether it's taking a stroll in the parks, hiking in the hilly terrains of south-central Indiana, or visiting the sand ridges and dunes along Lake Michigan, April offers a refreshing environment to all who tread its paths.
- Indianapolis - April »
In Indianapolis during April, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Indianapolis, during April, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. - Fort Wayne - April »
The month with the most rainfall in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is April, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Fort Wayne during April, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. - Evansville - April »
The month with the most rainfall in Evansville is April, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, Evansville aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. - South Bend - April »
In South Bend, in April, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Bend, in April, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. - Carmel - April »
In Carmel in April, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of April in Carmel sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. - Bloomington - April »
During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Bloomington aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. During 0.9 snowfall days, in April, Bloomington aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. - Fishers - April »
In Fishers in April, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. April is the last month it regularly snows in Fishers, Indiana. - Hammond - April »
In Hammond during April, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. During 2.1 snowfall days, in April, Hammond aggregates 1.54" (39mm) of snow. - Gary - April »
During 1.8 snowfall days, in April, Gary aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. During 1.8 snowfall days, in April, Gary aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. - Lafayette - April »
During 1.3 snowfall days, in April, Lafayette aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. On the last day of April, in Lafayette, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT. - Muncie - April »
In Muncie, Indiana, in April, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Muncie, in April, during 16.3 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. - Terre Haute - April »
During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Terre Haute aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Terre Haute aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.