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

A stunning view of Wrangell within St Elias National Park in Alaska, featuring a landscape of water, fields, and distant snowy mountains

Weather in April

In April, spring is imminent in Wrangell, Alaska, reflected by a notable increase in the temperature, soaring as high as 43.3°F (6.3°C). The days are becoming significantly longer, ringing in the season of rejuvenation. The snow gives way to rain, extending snowmelt and feeding the budding greenery. Temperatures fluctuate drastically as the grip of winter weakens, making April a time of change and renewal.

Temperature

The embrace of April brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C) in March to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). In Wrangell, the month of April brings a consistent average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

In Wrangell, the average relative humidity in April is 83%.

Rainfall

In Wrangell, in April, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 197.9 rainfall days, and 53.03" (1347mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wrangell, during April, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wrangell, there are 47.5 snowfall days, and 58.23" (1479mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In April, the average ocean temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C).
Note: While a brief time in 42.6°F (5.9°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:29 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Wrangell is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is April cold in Wrangell?

In Wrangell, 43.3°F (6.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.3°F (1.3°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout April, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Wrangell, Alaska, in April, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in April?

In Wrangell, the average seawater temperature in April is 42.6°F (5.9°C). Swimming in 42.6°F (5.9°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.

How many hours of daylight does Wrangell have in April?

In Wrangell, the average day length in April is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:29 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In Wrangell, the average sunshine duration in April is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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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

36.9°F 2.7°C

43.3°F 6.3°C

51.6°F 10.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.1mph 11.4km/h

6mph 9.7km/h

4.8mph 7.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

10.8

3.8

0.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.7

9.1

11.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

58%

54%

Average visibility

6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in April
Wrangell, AK

Average high temperature in April: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

Average low temperature in April: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).

Average pressure in April
Wrangell, AK

Average pressure in April: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Wrangell, AK

Average wind speed in April: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Wrangell, AK

Average humidity in April: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (81%).

Average rainfall in April
Wrangell, AK

Average rainfall in April: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (6.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.01").

Average rainfall days in April
Wrangell, AK

Average rainfall days in April: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Wrangell, AK

Average snowfall in April: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (13.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Wrangell, AK

Average snowfall days in April: 3.8 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
Wrangell, AK

Average sea temperature in April: 42.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (41.5°F).

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

Average daylight in April: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine in April: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Wrangell, AK

Average sunshine days in April: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).

Average UV index in April
Wrangell, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Wrangell, AK

Average cloud cover in April: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in April
Wrangell, 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).

April weather forecast
Wrangell, AK

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