Explaining "April showers bring forth May flowers"

What does it mean?

The phrase "April showers bring forth May flowers" means that periods of difficulty or discomfort can lead to better times and positive outcomes. Just as the rain in April leads to the blooming flowers in May, challenging times can result in something good.

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Origin

This proverb originates from England, where April is typically a rainy month. It has been used since at least the early 17th century to convey that adversity can lead to joy.