April is the fourth month of the year, falling between March and May. In the Northern Hemisphere, April brings spring weather: trees leaf out, flowers bloom, and days grow noticeably longer and warmer. Many people associate April with fresh starts and new growth.

The month has 30 days.

April is famous for unpredictable weather. You might need a winter coat one day and shorts the next, which inspired the saying “April showers bring May flowers.” The rain can be annoying, but it helps gardens grow.

April 1st is April Fools' Day, when people play harmless pranks and tricks on each other. The month also includes Earth Day on April 22nd, when people focus on taking care of our planet. In the United States, Tax Day typically falls on April 15th, when adults file their income tax returns.