All About April

April is the fourth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, with 30 days. The name “April” comes from the Latin word “aperire,” meaning “to open,” referring to the blossoming of flowers and trees. April continues the spring season in the Northern Hemisphere and autumn in the Southern Hemisphere.

April Quick Facts

• Month Number: 4th month of the year
• Number of Days: 30
• Season (Northern Hemisphere): Spring
• Season (Southern Hemisphere): Autumn
• Birthstone: Diamond
• Birth Flower: Daisy and Sweet Pea
• Zodiac Signs: Aries (until April 19) and Taurus (from April 20)

Notable April Events & Holidays

• April 1: April Fools’ Day (Global)
• April 7: World Health Day
• April 22: Earth Day (Global)
• April 23: World Book Day
• April 25: ANZAC Day (Australia and New Zealand)
• April 29: International Dance Day
• April 30: International Jazz Day
• April (variable): Easter and related holidays often fall in April (Christian)
• April (variable): Passover may fall in April (Jewish)
• April (variable): Ramadan may occur in April (Islamic, follows lunar calendar)
• April is also: National Poetry Month, Stress Awareness Month, and Autism Awareness Month