April weather forecast
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

The famous Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, with the deepwater section passage for large water vessels
The famous Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, with the deepwater section passage for large water vessels

Weather in April

April is a frosty spring month in Sault Ste. Marie, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

In April, the average high-temperature in Sault Ste. Marie increases considerably from a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C) in March to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). In April, in Sault Ste. Marie, the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Rainfall

In Sault Ste. Marie, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sault Ste. Marie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.9 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sault Ste. Marie are January through May, October through December. In April, in Sault Ste. Marie, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout April, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sault Ste. Marie, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.2 days and aggregates up to 120.39" (3058mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.
Note: For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

Daylight

In Sault Ste. Marie, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of April in Sault Ste. Marie, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Sault Ste. Marie is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Sault Ste. Marie is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 5 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in April in Sault Ste. Marie?

In Sault Ste. Marie, in April, the average high-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

How many days does it rain in April in Sault Ste. Marie?

In Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, in April, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sault Ste. Marie in April?

In April, in Sault Ste. Marie, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout April, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

What months are the ocean coldest in Sault Ste. Marie?

February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.

What is the ocean temperature in April in Sault Ste. Marie?

In Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the average seawater temperature in April is 35.6°F (2°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Sault Ste. Marie have in April?

The average day length in April in Sault Ste. Marie is 13h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Sault Ste. Marie?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sault Ste. Marie have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Sault Ste. Marie?

In Sault Ste. Marie, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Average temperature in April - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Average high temperature in April: 49.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.6°F).

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Average rainfall in April
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Average rainfall in April - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are September and October (3.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in April
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Average rainfall days in April - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are April and August (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Average snowfall in April - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Average snowfall in April: 6.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (33.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Average snowfall days in April - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Average sea temperature in April - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Average sea temperature in April: 36°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (36°F).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 37min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 46min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 39min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average UV index in April
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Average UV index in April - Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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