Contents
- 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
Weather in April
Temperature
Ketchikan experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of April, with average high-temperatures moving from a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C) in March to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Nights in April showcase an average temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C), slightly cooler than the daytime.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 83%.Rainfall
In Ketchikan, during April, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of precipitation. In Ketchikan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 221.8 days and collects up to 80" (2032mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ketchikan, in April, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Ketchikan, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 48.35" (1228mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Ketchikan, the average seawater temperature in April is 44.2°F (6.8°C).Note: Swimming in 44.2°F (6.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
Daylight
In Ketchikan, Alaska, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 13min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:04 am and sunset at 8:22 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April in Ketchikan is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in April translates into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Average temperature in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average high temperature in April: 46°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (60.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 37.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (30.6°F).
Average pressure in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average pressure in April: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average wind speed in April: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average humidity in April: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (82%).
Average rainfall in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average rainfall in April: 6.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (9.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.46").
Average rainfall days in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average rainfall days in April: 20.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).
Average snowfall in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average snowfall in April: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average snowfall days in April: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average sea temperature in April: 44.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (42.5°F).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average daylight in April: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in April: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average sunshine days in April: 7.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.6 days).
Average UV index in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average UV index in April: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average cloud cover in April: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).
Average visibility in April
Ketchikan, AK
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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