April weather forecast
Big Rapids, MI

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Weather in April

April is a fresh spring month in Big Rapids, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of April brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a wintry 39°F (3.9°C) in March to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C). In April, Big Rapids reports a consistent average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Big Rapids, in April, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Big Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Big Rapids, during April, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.9 snowfall days, and 32.56" (827mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Big Rapids is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of April, in Big Rapids, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in April?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during April are 52°F (11.1°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout April, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Big Rapids, during April, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Big Rapids have in April?

In Big Rapids, the average day length in April is 13h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Big Rapids, the average sunshine duration in April is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average temperature in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average high temperature in April: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average pressure in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average wind speed in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average humidity in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall days in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall days in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average sunshine days in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average UV index in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average cloud cover in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average cloud cover in April: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in April
Big Rapids, MI

Average visibility in April - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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