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Indiana Dunes in April
Indiana Dunes warms up: highs climb to 58°F (15°C), from 46°F in March, with lows of 39°F (4°C) and about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 73/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 58°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (90 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 08 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What April feels like
Days are mild at around 58°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 39°F (4°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.5 in (90 mm).
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are September.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 7°C (12°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in March to 73/100.
- Our Indiana & Ohio City-Nature Loop recommends May – Oct, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 39°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Indiana Dunes in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Great Marsh Trail
Flat loop through restored wetlands, good for birding.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring migration.
Dune Succession Trail
Boardwalk and stair climb showing beach-to-forest dune stages, starting at West Beach.
Why now April scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
3 Dune Challenge
1.5-mile climb over the state park's three tallest dunes, 552 vertical feet in sand.
Why now Highs near 58°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Wagner's Ribs
Porter rib house known for slabs of barbecue ribs since the 1970s.
Lucrezia Café
Northern Italian restaurant in a historic Chesterton house.
Nearby in April
- Chicago in April~34 mi · highs 50°F, 3.7 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Holland in April~92 mi · highs 49°F, 3.8 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Milwaukee in April~105 mi · highs 55°F, 3.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Broad Ripple in April~132 mi · highs 63°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Indiana Dunes in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Indiana Dunes?
It's middling, scoring 73/100. The best months are September, at up to 88. Expect highs of 58°F (15°C) and 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain. Our Indiana & Ohio City-Nature Loop recommends May – Oct, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Indiana Dunes in April?
Average highs are 58°F (15°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Indiana Dunes in April?
Some: about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 38.7 in (984 mm).
What should I pack for Indiana Dunes in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 39°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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