April weather - Spring 2024

Weather in April
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Average pressure in April
Average wind speed in April
Average humidity in April
Average rainfall in April
Average rainfall days in April
Average snowfall in April
Average snowfall days in April
Average sea temperature in April
Average daylight in April
Average sunshine in April
Average sunshine days in April
Average UV index in April
Average cloud cover in April
Average visibility in April

High rock cliffs of the scenic Spire Cove in Fjords National Park in Kenai, Alaska

Weather in April

Kenai experiences evident weather changes in April, bidding adieu to heavy snowfall and welcoming sporadic rain showers. An increase in both sea and land temperatures represents a thawing environment but keeps a nip in the air. The city basks under 14.7 hours of daylight care of a retracting winter. Changes also become observable on the ground as the snow cover reduces, making way for sporadic green patches. All these commingle to assure the residents of impending spring.

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during April, moving from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in March to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). Kenai's average temperature throughout the nights in April exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout April, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kenai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 19.49" (495mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, September through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 5.7 snowfall days, in April, Kenai aggregates 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 30.71" (780mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Kenai, Alaska, the average seawater temperature in April is 36.3°F (2.4°C).
Note: While swimming, this is identified as life-endangering and very dangerous. The water's freezing temperatures cause intense discomfort and induce rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to mitigate thermal damage.

Daylight

In Kenai, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 10:04 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Kenai, the average sunshine in April is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is April cold?

The high-temperature, in April, in Kenai, records 40.5°F (4.7°C), while the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 80%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Kenai, in April, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Kenai?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 5.7 snowfall days, in April, Kenai aggregates 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in April?

In Kenai, the average seawater temperature in April is 36.3°F (2.4°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April in Kenai is 14h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 10:04 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kenai have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

29.7°F -1.3°C

40.5°F 4.7°C

51.4°F 10.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.1mph 13km/h

7.4mph 11.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

10.2

5.7

0.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Kenai, AK

Average high temperature in April: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

Average low temperature in April: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in April
Kenai, AK

Average pressure in April: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Kenai, AK

Average wind speed in April: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in April
Kenai, AK

Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Kenai, AK

Average rainfall in April: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.91").

Average rainfall days in April
Kenai, AK

Average rainfall days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Kenai, AK

Average snowfall in April: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Kenai, AK

Average snowfall days in April: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Kenai, AK

Average sea temperature in April: 36.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34.2°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Kenai, AK

Average daylight in April: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine in April: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Kenai, AK

Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Kenai, AK

Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Kenai, AK

Average cloud cover in April: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in April
Kenai, AK

Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).

April weather forecast
Kenai, AK

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