What month is April?
April is month number 4 of the year. See its position, length, quarter, and key facts.
April
April is the 4th month of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It has 30 days and falls in the 2nd quarter (Q2).
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April is the 4th month of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It has 30 days and falls in the 2nd quarter (Q2).
About April
Likely from the Latin "aperire", meaning "to open", reflecting trees and flowers opening in spring.
April falls in the spring (Northern Hemisphere) in the Northern Hemisphere, and is part of the second quarter (Q2) of the year.
Key facts about April
- April has 30 days and is the fourth month of the year.
- It is well known for April Fools' Day on April 1, a tradition of jokes and hoaxes.
- In the Northern Hemisphere, April is firmly in spring, famous for rain that brings May flowers.
- Earth Day is observed on April 22, promoting environmental awareness worldwide.
April at a glance
| Month number | 4 of 12 |
|---|---|
| Number of days | 30 |
| Quarter | Q2 |
| Season | spring (Northern Hemisphere) / autumn (Southern Hemisphere) |
| Zodiac signs | Aries (until ~Apr 19) and Taurus (from ~Apr 20) |
| Birthstone | Diamond |
| Birth flower | Daisy and Sweet Pea |
| Notable dates | April Fools' Day (Apr 1) and Earth Day (Apr 22); Easter often falls in April. |
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