April weather forecast
Höfn, Iceland

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Weather in April

The weather in April sees a distinct change with a sharp drop in snowfall to 46mm (1.81"), indicating the onset of spring. Along with this decline, there is also a noticeable increase in the amount of sunshine and daylight hours. Temperatures rise slowly, making April noticeably milder than the preceding months. Additionally, the sea temperature begins to climb steadily, leading to an increase in relative humidity. In general, April presents a significant shift from the persistent cold of winter.

Temperature

Höfn experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still wintry 3.7°C (38.7°F) in April, closely aligned with March's 2.3°C (36.1°F). Höfn maintains a near steady average temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F) during the nights of April, demonstrating little drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Höfn is 80%.

Rainfall

In Höfn, in April, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation. In Höfn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.4 days and collects up to 1278mm (50.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Höfn, in April, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 46mm (1.81") of snow. In Höfn, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 530mm (20.87") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Höfn, the average seawater temperature in April is 6.6°C (43.9°F).
Note: Being in 6.6°C (43.9°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F) is discomforting, but anything below 10°C (50°F) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 15h and 10min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:32 and sunset at 21:23 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 6.6h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Höfn. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Höfn in April?

The high-temperature in Höfn during April is 3.7°C (38.7°F) and the low-temperature is 0.8°C (33.4°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Höfn?

In April, the average relative humidity in Höfn is 80%.

How much does it rain in Höfn in April?

In April, in Höfn, Iceland, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout April, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Höfn in April?

In Höfn, during April, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of snow.

How cold is the water in April in Höfn?

In Höfn, Iceland, in April, the average water temperature is 6.6°C (43.9°F). Swimming in 6.6°C (43.9°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) 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 Höfn?

In Höfn, the average day length in April is 15h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Höfn?

On the first day of April in Höfn, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:32 and sunset at 21:23 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Höfn have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Höfn is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Höfn?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Höfn?

In Höfn, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average temperature in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in April: 3.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (10.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 0.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (8.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-1.3°C).

Average pressure in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average pressure in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average pressure in April: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.3mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average wind speed in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in April: 21.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.7km/h).

Average humidity in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average humidity in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (77%).

Average rainfall in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average rainfall in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in April: 94mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (151mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (47mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average rainfall days in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average snowfall in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in April: 46mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (133mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average snowfall days in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in April: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average sea temperature in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average sea temperature in April: 6.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and March (5.8°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average sunshine days in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in April: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average UV index in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average cloud cover in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in April: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in April
Höfn, Iceland

Average visibility in April - Höfn, Iceland
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

Höfn, Iceland

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