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Detroit weather in April

Long-run climate averages for Detroit, MI in April, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

April at a glance

In April, Detroit averages 59°F by day and 41°F at night. It is the wettest month of the year here.

April in Detroit averages a daytime high of 59°F and an overnight low of 41°F, which reads as mild for this part of the world. It is also the wettest month, so build rain into any plan. Across the whole year Detroit sees roughly 38 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Detroit forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Detroit weather by month

what to expect in Detroit through the year

Here is Detroit's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Detroit by season.

Jan
35°
25°
Cold
Feb
43°
26°
Cool
Mar
47°
31°
Cool
Apr
59°
41°
Mild
Wettest
May
71°
51°
Mild
Jun
79°
61°
Warm
Jul
82°
65°
Warm
Aug
79°
63°
Warm
Sep
75°
60°
Warm
Oct
63°
48°
Mild
Nov
50°
37°
Cool
Dec
41°
32°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Detroit in April?
Detroit averages a daytime high of 59°F in April, with overnight lows around 41°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is April a good time to visit Detroit?
The most comfortable time to visit Detroit is usually May, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest April rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Detroit in April?
April is the wettest month of the year in Detroit, out of roughly 38 inches of precipitation across the year.

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