April weather forecast
Marquette, MI

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Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan
Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan

Weather in April

April's weather highlights a clear transition from winter to spring in Marquette. Temperatures continue to rise, reaching an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the snowfall all but disappears. The increase in daylight hours and a downturn in cloudiness denotes the onset of warmer, clearer days. A substantial hike in rainfall indicates the true arrival of spring. It is during this month that the city begins to flourish with newly budding trees and blooming flowers.

Temperature

With the arrival of April, the average high-temperature transitions from a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) in March to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). April is noted for a mean low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Marquette. In April, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout April, 7.76" (197mm) of snow is accumulated. In Marquette, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 113.9 days and aggregates up to 48.7" (1237mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Marquette, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 5.5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Marquette, is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 82%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Marquette, in April, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Marquette, in April, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 7.76" (197mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:58 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Marquette have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in April in Marquette?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Marquette, MI

Average temperature in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average high temperature in April: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Marquette, MI

Average pressure in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Marquette, MI

Average wind speed in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Marquette, MI

Average humidity in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average humidity in April: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in April
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall days in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Marquette, MI

Average snowfall in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average snowfall in April: 7.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Marquette, MI

Average snowfall days in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Marquette, MI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Marquette, MI

Average sunshine days in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Marquette, MI

Average UV index in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average UV index in April: 2

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

Average cloud cover in April
Marquette, MI

Average cloud cover in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average cloud cover in April: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in April
Marquette, MI

Average visibility in April - Marquette, MI
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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