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Rising gas prices remain at seven-year low for April

Statesman staff
When this picture was taken Jan. 10 in Boise, Treasure Valley gasoline prices were near their lowest point in a year. Prices have climbed recently, though a fall in oil prices the past couple of weeks could moderate further increases.
When this picture was taken Jan. 10 in Boise, Treasure Valley gasoline prices were near their lowest point in a year. Prices have climbed recently, though a fall in oil prices the past couple of weeks could moderate further increases. David Staats dstaats@idahostatesman.com

Gas prices on Tuesday, April 5, were at a seven-year low despite fuel prices rising nationwide during 36 of the past 41 days, according to AAA Idaho.

Gasoline in Idaho now costs an average of $2.07 per gallon, two cents more than the national average. Gas in Idaho cost an average of $2.39 per gallon on April 5, 2015, and $3.37 on April 5, 2014.

Refineries have begun producing their summer blends, which resist evaporating at higher temperatures than winter blends. Drivers should expect to see higher prices at the pump because summer blends are more expensive to produce. In addition, continued refinery maintenance and rising demand may also lead to higher prices in the coming months, AAA Idaho said.

This story was originally published April 5, 2016 at 4:10 PM with the headline "Rising gas prices remain at seven-year low for April."

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