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 beautiful panorama of the famous St Elias Mountain covered in snow and clouds, with a view of the Hubbard Glacier, Yakutat, Alaska

Weather in April

April in Yakutat, Alaska heralds a genuine commencement of the spring, with more sunlight and the last traces of snowfall. Demonstrating a dramatic shift from March, snowfall slides to 4.45" (113mm), signaling the true retreat of winter. In sharp contrast to the winter months, an increase in daylight hours results in milder afternoons and cool mornings. Gusts of wind become less severe as April progresses, paving the way for gentler breezes. With the advent of April, the landscape starts reviving, much along with the warmth and life brought by the progressing spring.

Temperature

April signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in March to a still icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). In Yakutat, the nocturnal temperatures throughout April show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a still cold 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Yakutat, during April, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Yakutat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.7 days and collects up to 60.71" (1542mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In April, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout April, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated. In Yakutat, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.2 days and aggregates up to 45.31" (1151mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 42.8°F (6°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:13 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Yakutat is 6.6h.

UV index

In Yakutat, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in April translates into these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Yakutat, is 42.6°F (5.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Yakutat, during April, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Yakutat in April?

In Yakutat, in April, during 3.7 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What months are the ocean coldest?

January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Yakutat.

How cold is the water in April?

In April, the average ocean temperature in Yakutat, Alaska, is 42.8°F (6°C). Swimming in 42.8°F (6°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.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Yakutat?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:13 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to 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

36.5°F 2.5°C

42.6°F 5.9°C

50.2°F 10.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10mph 16.1km/h

8mph 12.9km/h

7.5mph 12.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

9.7

3.7

0.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.8

16.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Yakutat, AK

Average high temperature in April: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

Average low temperature in April: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Yakutat, AK

Average pressure in April: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Yakutat, AK

Average wind speed in April: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Yakutat, AK

Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall in April: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.32").

Average rainfall days in April
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall days in April: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall in April: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall days in April: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Yakutat, AK

Average sea temperature in April: 43°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (43°F).

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

Average daylight in April: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine in April: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Yakutat, AK

Average sunshine days in April: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Yakutat, AK

Average UV index in April: 2

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

Average cloud cover in April
Yakutat, AK

Average cloud cover in April: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in April
Yakutat, AK

Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

April weather forecast
Yakutat, AK

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