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South Bend, IN Weather on April 9
April 9th in South Bend, IN typically brings cool spring weather, with average highs around 55°F and lows near 34°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest April 9th was in 2017 (63°F average), while the coldest was 1985 (25°F) — a 38°F range across recorded history. Precipitation has occurred on 44% of recorded April 9th dates, with snow falling 13% of the time (heaviest snowfall: 2.3"). The last decade has been 3.3°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on April 9
Planning for April 9th in South Bend, IN? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
April 9 Weather Records for South Bend
- •The all-time record high for April 9th in South Bend, IN is 77°F, set in 2017.
- •The coldest April 9th on record dropped to 14°F in 1985.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on April 9th in 26 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 9 ever in South Bend?
The warmest April 9 in South Bend, IN reached 77°F in 2017. That is 22°F above the long-term average high of 55°F.
What was the coldest April 9 ever in South Bend?
The coldest April 9 in South Bend, IN dropped to 14°F in 1985. That is 20°F below the long-term average low of 34°F.
What is the average temperature on April 9 in South Bend?
On April 9, South Bend averages a high of 55°F and a low of 34°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from S BEND.
How many years of weather data are available for April 9 in South Bend?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 9 in South Bend, IN, 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 South Bend
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 43°F | 28°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 2024 | 70°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 66°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 41°F | 30°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2021 | 70°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 47°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 62°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 39°F | 27°F | 0.03" | 0.1" |
| 2017 | 77°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 35°F | 24°F | 0.43" | 2.3" |
| 2015 | 73°F | 49°F | 1.45" | -- |
| 2014 | 61°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 77°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 60°F | 40°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2011 | 69°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 50°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 57°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 64°F | 37°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2007 | 39°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 56°F | 23°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 71°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 54°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 50°F | 25°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 56°F | 31°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2001 | 73°F | 50°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 2000 | 52°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 56°F | 42°F | 1.57" | -- |
| 1998 | 49°F | 40°F | 2.36" | -- |
| 1997 | 35°F | 18°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 43°F | 24°F | 0" | 0.1" |
| 1995 | 45°F | 33°F | 3.02" | -- |
| 1994 | 68°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 57°F | 40°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 1992 | 63°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 65°F | 37°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1990 | 56°F | 43°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 1989 | 35°F | 24°F | 0.03" | 0.2" |
| 1988 | 66°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 68°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 43°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 36°F | 14°F | 0.3" | 1.3" |
| 1984 | 60°F | 41°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1983 | 47°F | 41°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 1982 | 39°F | 26°F | 0.18" | 1.8" |
| 1981 | 64°F | 44°F | 0.58" | -- |
| 1980 | 49°F | 37°F | 1.24" | 0.5" |
| 1979 | 42°F | 31°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1978 | 56°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 58°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 56°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 47°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 46°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 46°F | 33°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 1972 | 46°F | 22°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 58°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: S BEND
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for South Bend, IN, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.