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Detroit, MI Weather on April 9
Detroit hits 78°F on April 9, shattering previous record by a wide margin
Detroit experienced an exceptionally warm April 9 in 2024 when temperatures soared to 78°F, breaking the previous record high of 56°F set decades earlier. This 22-degree jump above the prior record demonstrates a dramatic spike in spring warmth. The day's average high of 52°F and average low of 35°F, based on 55 years of historical data, show just how unusual this recent reading was compared to typical mid-April conditions in the city.
What to Expect on April 9
Planning for April 9th in Detroit, MI? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 9 ever in Detroit?
The warmest April 9 in Detroit, MI reached 78°F in 2024. That is 26°F above the long-term average high of 52°F.
What was the coldest April 9 ever in Detroit?
The coldest April 9 in Detroit, MI dropped to 22°F in 1997. That is 13°F below the long-term average low of 35°F.
What is the average temperature on April 9 in Detroit?
On April 9, Detroit averages a high of 52°F and a low of 35°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from DETROIT CITY AP.
How many years of weather data are available for April 9 in Detroit?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 9 in Detroit, MI, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
April 9 Weather History in Detroit
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 48°F | 27°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2024 | 78°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 61°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 42°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 75°F | 56°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2020 | 51°F | 36°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2019 | 63°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 38°F | 30°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2017 | 74°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 33°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 67°F | 37°F | 1.73" | -- |
| 2014 | 64°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 48°F | 40°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2012 | 62°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 48°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 46°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 59°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 62°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 40°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 53°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 62°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 55°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 44°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 58°F | 38°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2001 | 49°F | 40°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2000 | 49°F | 29°F | -- | -- |
| 1999 | 52°F | 40°F | -- | -- |
| 1998 | 47°F | 42°F | -- | -- |
| 1997 | 40°F | 22°F | -- | -- |
| 1996 | 41°F | 26°F | -- | -- |
| 1995 | 40°F | 30°F | -- | -- |
| 1994 | 68°F | 43°F | -- | -- |
| 1993 | 59°F | 47°F | -- | -- |
| 1992 | 54°F | 39°F | -- | -- |
| 1991 | 74°F | 47°F | -- | -- |
| 1990 | 63°F | 44°F | -- | -- |
| 1989 | 37°F | 25°F | -- | -- |
| 1988 | 58°F | 29°F | -- | -- |
| 1987 | 64°F | 34°F | -- | -- |
| 1986 | 40°F | 35°F | -- | -- |
| 1985 | 35°F | 23°F | -- | -- |
| 1984 | 55°F | 41°F | -- | -- |
| 1983 | 47°F | 38°F | -- | -- |
| 1982 | 44°F | 30°F | -- | -- |
| 1981 | 63°F | 45°F | -- | -- |
| 1980 | 51°F | 37°F | -- | -- |
| 1979 | 37°F | 28°F | -- | 2" |
| 1978 | 39°F | 29°F | -- | -- |
| 1977 | 52°F | 30°F | -- | -- |
| 1976 | 49°F | 25°F | -- | -- |
| 1975 | 42°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 44°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 41°F | 30°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 1972 | 47°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 67°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: DETROIT CITY AP
How Has April 9 Changed?
The last decade has been 5.4°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Detroit, MI, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.