April weather forecastDetroit, MI
April
Weather in April
April is the start of mild weather for Detroit with pretty high rainfall of 2.64" (67mm). With temperatures ascending toward 53.1°F (11.7°C), the city starts to warm up considerably. Residents are eager to take advantage of the dissipating cold and increased daylight hours. Outdoor activities commence, and Detroit's parks begin to flourish with picnickers and joggers. The first signs of budding trees become more noticeable throughout the city as spring unveils itself.Temperature
In Detroit, the onset of April comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from March's wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). The average temperature during April nights in Detroit is registered at an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 74%.Rainfall
In Detroit, in April, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Detroit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In April, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout April, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Detroit, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.3 days and aggregates up to 14.84" (377mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In April, the average ocean temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).Note: In the sport of swimming, this scenario is extremely cold, treacherous, and fatal. If not protected by insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia ensues quickly.
Daylight
In Detroit, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 24min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April in Detroit is 7.4h.UV index
In Detroit, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Detroit, MI
- Average high temperature in April: 53.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 38.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in April
Detroit, MI
- Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Detroit, MI
- Average wind speed in April: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in April
Detroit, MI
- Average humidity in April: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).
Average rainfall in April
Detroit, MI
- Average rainfall in April: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").
Average rainfall days in April
Detroit, MI
- Average rainfall days in April: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in April
Detroit, MI
- Average snowfall in April: 0.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Detroit, MI
- Average snowfall days in April: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in April
Detroit, MI
- Average sea temperature in April: 39.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.7°F).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Detroit, MI
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in April: 7h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in April
Detroit, MI
- Average sunshine days in April: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).
Average UV index in April
Detroit, MI
- Average UV index in April: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
Detroit, MI
- Average cloud cover in April: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in April
Detroit, MI
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
