April weather forecast
Grand Marais, MN

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Large rocks and pebbles on the part of Lake Superior in the Grand Marais region of Minnesota
Large rocks and pebbles on the part of Lake Superior in the Grand Marais region of Minnesota

Weather in April

April in Grand Marais signals the full swing of spring, with significantly warmer weather than March, although the temperatures are still lower than what May will offer. The city transitions through a phase of increasing daylight hours and moderating temperatures. April witnesses an increase in the maximum temperature from 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in March to 39.7°F (4.3°C). Rain begins to replace snow as the predominant form of precipitation. Toward month's end, signs of blooming vegetation highlight the shift in seasons.

Temperature

As Grand Marais welcomes April, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in March to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). Grand Marais, during April nights, observes an average temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Grand Marais is 79%.

Rainfall

In Grand Marais, during April, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Grand Marais, Minnesota, there are 134.4 rainfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grand Marais, Minnesota, in April, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.3 snowfall days, and 30.2" (767mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Grand Marais, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of April, in Grand Marais, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Grand Marais is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during April translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Grand Marais in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Grand Marais, is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Grand Marais?

In April, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Grand Marais in April?

In Grand Marais, Minnesota, during April, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Grand Marais in April?

In Grand Marais, Minnesota, during April, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Marais have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Grand Marais?

On the first day of April in Grand Marais, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Grand Marais?

In Grand Marais, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Grand Marais?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Grand Marais, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average temperature in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average high temperature in April: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average pressure in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average pressure in April: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average wind speed in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average humidity in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average humidity in April: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

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Average rainfall in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average rainfall in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average rainfall days in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average snowfall in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average snowfall in April: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average snowfall days in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average snowfall days in April: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average sunshine days in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average UV index in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average UV index in April: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average cloud cover in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • Average cloud cover in April: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in April
Grand Marais, MN

Average visibility in April - Grand Marais, MN
  • 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).

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