What does the cryptic crossword clue "Atmosphere in April, possibly a revolutionary month (8)" mean?

The definition is "revolutionary month". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of APRIL ("April,") [anagram: "possibly"] + AIR (synonym of "Atmosphere") = PRAIRIAL; definition: "revolutionary month" The answer is PRAIRIAL.

Atmosphere in April, possibly a revolutionary month (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29013 | 23 Across | 2023-03-09 flower

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