April weather forecast
Grand Rapids, MI

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The vast cityscape of Grand Rapids, a moderately large town in Michigan and two visible bridges across the river
The vast cityscape of Grand Rapids, a moderately large town in Michigan and two visible bridges across the river

Weather in April

April ushers in spring weather to the city of Grand Rapids. The city blossoms as temperatures continue to rise, encouraging plants to emerge from their winter sleep. The city records an average of 12.8 days of rainfall, marking a shift from the snowy months at the beginning of the year. The scents of damp soil and spring blooms fill the air, and residents start frequenting open spaces under the heartening sunshine. April sees the climbing temperatures teasing the impending arrival of summer.

Temperature

April brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from March's cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). Nighttime temperatures in April average to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Grand Rapids, in April, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.5 rainfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 3 snowfall days, in April, Grand Rapids aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.5 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Grand Rapids, the average sunshine in April is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Grand Rapids, during April, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 3 snowfall days, in April, Grand Rapids aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Grand Rapids have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Grand Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Grand Rapids, MI

Average temperature in April - Grand Rapids, MI
  • Average high temperature in April: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Grand Rapids, MI

Average pressure in April - Grand 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
Grand Rapids, MI

Average wind speed in April - Grand Rapids, MI
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Grand Rapids, MI

Average humidity in April - Grand Rapids, MI
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Grand Rapids, MI

Average rainfall in April - Grand Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.47").

Average rainfall days in April
Grand Rapids, MI

Average rainfall days in April - Grand Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Grand Rapids, MI

Average snowfall in April - Grand Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Grand Rapids, MI

Average snowfall days in April - Grand Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Grand Rapids, 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 4min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Grand Rapids, MI

Average sunshine days in April - Grand Rapids, MI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Grand Rapids, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Grand Rapids, MI

Average cloud cover in April - Grand Rapids, MI
  • Average cloud cover in April: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Grand Rapids, MI

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

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

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