April arrives with bright skies, budding trees, and the welcome promise of true spring. We hope that your sky is bright and clear and your grass is growing green. Discover everything happening in April—from spring holidays and weather forecasts to gardening tips, seasonal recipes, and the April Full Moon.
The Month of April
The month of April gets its name from the Latin word aperio, meaning “to open [bud],” because plants really begin to grow now. Read more about how the months got their names.
April Calendar & Holidays
- April 1: All Fools’ Day—otherwise known as April Fools’ Day. Where did this silly day come from?
- April 1: The beginning of Passover.
- April 3: Good Friday. Learn more about Good Friday.
- April 5: Easter Sunday. Did you know that Easter’s date is related to the Full Moon?
- April 22: Earth Day. To celebrate, see some Earth Day ideas and activities.
- April 24: The birthday of Robert B. Thomas, the founder of The Old Farmer’s Almanac!
- April 24: National Arbor Day. Find out who started Arbor Day and how we observe this day honoring trees.
“Just for Fun” Days
- April 4 (first Saturday in April): International Pillow Fight Day
- April 6 (first Monday in April): Sweet Potato Day
- April 7: National No Housework Day
- April 10: Gopher Tortoise Day (Florida)
- April 17: Blah, Blah, Blah Day
- April 26: National Richter Scale Day
Want to see more holidays? Learn whether TODAY is a holiday!
How Many Days Are in April? April has 30 Days!
April Astronomy: The Pink Moon
April’s Full Pink Moon will rise on Wednesday, April 1, reaching peak illumination at 10:12 P.M. Eastern Time. Learn more about April’s Full Moon here!
April Weather
“A cold April the barn will fill.”
This month brings us some capricious weather! April rains bring verdant pastures but also umbrellas and rain boots!
See your 5-day forecast and long-range weather forecast to plan ahead.
April Seasonal Recipes
Springtime brings the first crops of the season. See a few of our favorite seasonal recipes:
See all of our Spring Recipe Collection using seasonal ingredients from across North America!
April Gardening Tips
Does the warmth of spring turn your thoughts to gardening?
- Make a Container Gardening Planter
- Growing Guides for Vegetables, Herbs, Flowers, and More
- Learn How to Garden Step-by-Step!
Everyday Advice
Are you daunted by the thought of a top-to-bottom spring cleaning? Here are some tips to help.
Birds & Fishing
Enjoy the signs of spring!
April Birthstone & Birth Flower
Birthstone: Diamond. Read more about diamonds!
Birth Flowers: Daisy and Sweet Pea. Read about April’s birth flowers.
As April unfolds with blooming gardens, spring rains, and longer days, take time to enjoy the season’s simple pleasures. Explore the holidays, watch for the Pink Moon, try a fresh spring recipe, or dig into the garden as the soil warms. However you celebrate the month, let April be your invitation to step outside, embrace the change of season, and make the most of these bright and hopeful days.
Check back often for updates, forecasts, and more seasonal inspiration—and don’t forget to share how you’re welcoming spring this year!
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