April weather forecast
Kiruna, Sweden

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Weather in April

As spring takes hold, April introduces a comfortable climate. Most noticeable is the decline in both snowfall and windy conditions. Moreover, the daytime stretches further, and a significant drop of 122mm (4.8") in snowfall happens this month. April sees the surroundings shed their winter cover at a faster pace. This month offers many clear sky views due to an increase in visibility.

Temperature

The embrace of April brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from -5.3°C (22.5°F) in March to a still freezing cold -0.4°C (31.3°F). In the month of April, an average of -8.5°C (16.7°F) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and April, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Kiruna, in April, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 108 rainfall days, and 373mm (14.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kiruna are January through June, September through December. In Kiruna, Sweden, in April, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 122mm (4.8") of snow. In Kiruna, during the entire year, snow falls for 134.8 days and aggregates up to 1187mm (46.73") of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 15h and 48min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 19:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:38 and sunset at 21:33 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Kiruna, Sweden, is 6.2h.

UV index

January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kiruna, Sweden. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during April translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kiruna in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Kiruna, is -0.4°C (31.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to -8.5°C (16.7°F).

What are the most humid months in Kiruna?

The months with the highest humidity in Kiruna are January, February and April, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in April in Kiruna?

The average relative humidity in April is 92%.

How much does it rain in Kiruna in April?

In Kiruna, Sweden, in April, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kiruna in April?

In Kiruna, Sweden, in April, during 15.7 snowfall days, 122mm (4.8") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kiruna have in April?

In April, the average day length is 15h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Kiruna?

On the first day of April in Kiruna, Sweden, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 19:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:38 and sunset at 21:33 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in April in Kiruna?

The average sunshine duration in April in Kiruna, Sweden, is 6.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kiruna?

January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kiruna.

How high is the UV index in April in Kiruna?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Kiruna is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average temperature in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in April: -0.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-9.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: -8.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-16°C).

Average pressure in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average pressure in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average pressure in April: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1003.7mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average wind speed in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average humidity in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average humidity in April: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average rainfall in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in April: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (20mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average rainfall days in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in April: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average snowfall in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in April: 122mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (204mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average snowfall days in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in April: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 5min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average sunshine days in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average UV index in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average UV index in April: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average cloud cover in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in April: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 51).

Average visibility in April
Kiruna, Sweden

Average visibility in April - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average visibility in April: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).

Kiruna, Sweden

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