1. April, traditionally a rainy period, gives way to May, when flowers will bloom because of the water provided to them by the April rains.

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April 16

Easter 2017

This year Good Friday takes place on April 14

Holy Saturday: April 15

Easter Sunday: April 16

Easter Monday: April 17

When is Good Friday?

This year, Good Friday falls on April 14.

In different traditions, the date is also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday, Black Friday or Easter Friday.

It marks the start of the Easter long weekend which includes Easter Monday on April 17.