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Michigan Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Michigan, the United States of America in April.

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Planning a getaway to Michigan, the United States of America this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Michigan in April

Michigan, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. April in Michigan generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Marquette at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Canton at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Canton and -1°C (30°F) in Marquette.

For specific regional insights in Michigan, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Escanaba with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high snow/rainfall in Whitehall with 121 mm (4.8 in).

Explore Michigan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Michigan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Mackinaw City)

January-3°C (27°F) February-3°C (27°F) March3°C (37°F) April9°C (48°F) May16°C (61°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October13°C (55°F) November6°C (43°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Michigan in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Michigan.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Michigan

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Michigan, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Michigan (April)

Precipitation variation in Michigan (April)

Mackinaw City

In April Mackinaw City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Mackinaw City →

Detroit

In April Detroit generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
15°C (59°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
219 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Detroit →

Benton Harbor

In April Benton Harbor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
223 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Benton Harbor →

South Haven

In April South Haven generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
223 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in South Haven →

Stevensville

In April Stevensville generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
223 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Stevensville →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Michigan in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mackinaw City 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Detroit 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Benton Harbor 15°C (59°F) 3°C (37°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
South Haven 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Stevensville 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
New Buffalo 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Michigan weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Michigan, the United States of America in April?

Michigan, the United States of America typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Mackinaw City average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Michigan, the United States of America in April?

Average temperatures in Michigan, the United States of America during April range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 9°C (48°F) in Mackinaw City.

Does Michigan, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in April?

Not particularly. Mackinaw City averages just 82 mm (3.2 in) of snow/rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Michigan, the United States of America.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Michigan, the United States of America?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Michigan, the United States of America due to the typically poor weather in Mackinaw City.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Mackinaw City. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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