April weather forecast
Petoskey, MI

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A panorama of the scenic Petoskey, Michigan
A panorama of the scenic Petoskey, Michigan

Weather in April

April heralds the full arrival of spring, with the weather transitioning quickly. Fast melting snow, only 2.87" (73mm), and rising temperatures are the marks for this month. Appreciable rainfall fuels the sprouting of fresh vegetation and blankets Petoskey with shades of green. Longer daylight hours combined with a comfortable climate create outstanding conditions for outdoor activities. A brisk breeze may prevail, complementing the bright, warm afternoons.

Temperature

April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from March's icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Petoskey observes an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) during April nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Petoskey is 77%.

Rainfall

In Petoskey, in April, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petoskey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Petoskey, Michigan. In Petoskey, in April, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Petoskey, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.7 days and aggregates up to 33.62" (854mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Petoskey, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 6.4h.

UV index

In Petoskey, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in April translates into this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Petoskey?

In April, in Petoskey, the average high-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Petoskey?

In April, the average relative humidity in Petoskey, Michigan, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Petoskey in April?

In April, in Petoskey, Michigan, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout April, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Petoskey?

In Petoskey, in April, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Petoskey have in April?

The average day length in April is 13h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Petoskey?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Petoskey, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Petoskey have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Petoskey, Michigan, is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in April in Petoskey?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Petoskey, MI

Average temperature in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average high temperature in April: 45.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in April
Petoskey, MI

Average pressure in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average pressure in April: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Petoskey, MI

Average wind speed in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in April
Petoskey, MI

Average humidity in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

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

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Average rainfall in April
Petoskey, MI

Average rainfall in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in April
Petoskey, MI

Average rainfall days in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Petoskey, MI

Average snowfall in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Petoskey, MI

Average snowfall days in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 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
Petoskey, MI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Petoskey, MI

Average sunshine days in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in April
Petoskey, MI

Average UV index in April - Petoskey, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Petoskey, MI

Average cloud cover in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average cloud cover in April: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in April
Petoskey, MI

Average visibility in April - Petoskey, MI
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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