53 April Quotes and Sayings to Welcome the Warmer Weather
April is a month of growth and renewal, bringing us hope and optimism for brighter days ahead. We should also remember April Fool's Day, which is bound to bring us a giggle. And other events like Earth Day remind us to protect Mother Nature. Here are some curated April quotes and sayings that reflect the spirit of April and remind us to embrace the joy and peace of the month.
As we celebrate the beauty of the season changing and welcome April, we can also learn from the wisdom of others. May these words inspire you to make the most of the coming weeks and enjoy the wonders of spring!
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Best April Quotes
The origin of the name April is uncertain, but some historians believe it comes from the Latin verb aperire, meaning to open. It makes sense since the first buds sprout on the trees, and flowers bloom every April.
Other experts theorized the name comes from the word Aphrilis, which came from the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite, the Roman equivalent of Venus. For Anglo Saxons, the fourth month is called Oster-monath or Eostre-monath after the fertility goddess Eostre.
Read the best April quotes to welcome the month below, or check out our spring quotes for more from the season.
April Quotes About The Month's Mild Weather
The average temperature in April is typically mild and comfortable, with many areas experiencing a rise as the month progresses. This increase in temperature signals the end of hibernation for many animals as they begin migrating north.
According to NOAA, the average temperature of the contiguous U.S. in April 2021 was 51.9°F, 0.9°F above the 20th-century average. Furthermore, with precipitation of 0.49 inches below average, it became the 14th-driest April in the 127-year period of record.
Clearly, climate change induced these anomalies. Since this global issue is vast, we recommend you accompany the quotes below with a read of our article on ways to reduce your carbon footprint.
Let's appreciate and maintain the weather we are experiencing every fourth month after reading the following April quotes below.
April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom, holiday tables under the trees.
~ E.Y. Harburg
Fun April Quotes For April Fool's Day
April Fools Day is a day celebrated around the world, with roots stretching back centuries. There are two possible origins for this day.
First 1582, France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar. Those in the know labeled those who failed to receive or understand the news as "April Fools" by those in the know. The other theory suggests that the day stems from the ancient Roman festival of Hilaria, a celebration of the mother of the gods, Cybele.
Have you made pranks before? Check out the "Spaghetti Harvest" hoax. It is a hilarious nationwide April Fools' Day prank by BBC in 1957. The British broadcaster ran a segment showing farmers picking spaghetti strands from trees and placing them into baskets. Many viewers called in to know how they could grow their spaghetti trees. The BBC replied, "Place a sprig of spaghetti in a tin of tomato sauce and hope for the best."
As you laugh over the April Fools' day quotes below, plan your harmless pranks.
Varied Quotes About April Events And Activities
People celebrated the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, with 20 million Americans participating in rallies in different U.S. cities to demonstrate their support for environmental protection. Within a decade, there was significant progress when legislators enacted various laws like the Clean Air Act, Endangered Species Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, and many more.
Today, Earth Day is observed in over 193 countries and is the world's largest civic event. To join the celebration, we can start by reducing our consumption of resources and recycling as much as possible. To inspire the small things you can do to help protect the environment, read up on the easy zero-waste swaps you can make and our list of recycling tips.
Additionally, participating in organized events such as park and beach clean-ups and tree-planting projects are great ways to show support for Mother Nature. We can make a difference and help preserve our planet for future generations by taking small steps.
After reading the April quotes and sayings about Earth Day and other events, check out our quotes about Earth that promote ecological awareness.
Related: April - Awareness Months, Days & Observances.
Noteworthy April Quotes From Authors And Personalities
April holds many notable people everyone knows about. We can start with the great William Shakespeare, born on April 23, 1616, who laid the foundation for modern English literature. Then there's Leonardo da Vinci, born on April 15, 1452, who changed how we think about science and art. April also has Queen Elizabeth II, Charlie Chaplin, Thomas Jefferson, and many more.
While they have made significant contributions to the world, it is essential to remember that greatness can come in many forms and is present in all of us. Even if you weren't born in April, you can make a difference with hard work, dedication, and perseverance.
So be brave and bold, and make this month proud after you read the rest of our April quotes.
So sweet love seemed that April morn. When first we kissed beside the thorn, So strangely sweet, it was not strange We thought that love could never change.
~ Robert Bridges
April rains transform fields from plain, to lovely wildflower-filled terrain.
~ Unknown
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