April weather forecast
East Lansing, MI

Share

Weather in April

April amplifies the transition into spring, shedding off the last tendrils of the Michigan winter freeze. A sharp rise in temperatures from the preceding month of March makes this month noticeably warmer. Longer daylight hours, coupled with diminishing snowfall, bring a refreshing end to winter's grips. Rainfall increases, replacing the snow-filled landscapes with vibrant hues of greenery. April greets East Lansing inhabitants and visitors with a floral display, transforming the city into a visual delight.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in April in East Lansing, changing from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in March to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout April, the average low-temperature dips to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, April is the least humid month in East Lansing.

Rainfall

In East Lansing, in April, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In East Lansing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Lansing, in April, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in East Lansing, there are 61.4 snowfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in East Lansing is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, in April, the average high-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the least humid month in East Lansing?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, April is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in April in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, Michigan, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

How many days does it rain in April in East Lansing?

In April, in East Lansing, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout April, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, in April, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in East Lansing?

In April, the average day length in East Lansing is 13h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in East Lansing?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in East Lansing?

In April, the average sunshine duration in East Lansing, Michigan, is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in April in East Lansing?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in East Lansing is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
East Lansing, MI

Average temperature in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in April
East Lansing, MI

Average pressure in April - East Lansing, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
East Lansing, MI

Average wind speed in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in April
East Lansing, MI

Average humidity in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in April
East Lansing, MI

Average rainfall in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in April
East Lansing, MI

Average rainfall days in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
East Lansing, MI

Average snowfall in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
East Lansing, MI

Average snowfall days in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
East Lansing, MI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
East Lansing, MI

Average sunshine days in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.6 days).

Average UV index in April
East Lansing, MI

Average UV index in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

Average cloud cover in April
East Lansing, MI

Average cloud cover in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average cloud cover in April: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
East Lansing, MI

Average visibility in April - East Lansing, MI
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (5mi).

East Lansing, Michigan, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location