April weather forecast
Cape Nome, AK

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Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Cape Nome, Alaska, is a freezing cold spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and min 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

The start of April brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from March's 15.3°F (-9.3°C) to a still freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). An average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) is noted during the nights in April.

Humidity

In Cape Nome, the average relative humidity in April is 87%.

Rainfall

In Cape Nome, during April, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 81.6 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Cape Nome, Alaska, in April, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cape Nome, there are 65.1 snowfall days, and 25" (635mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cape Nome, the average length of the day in April is 15h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 9:54 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 11:25 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in April translates into these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in April?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during April are 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 87%.

How much does it rain in Cape Nome in April?

In April, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout April, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Cape Nome, in April, during 8.2 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 15h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 9:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 11:25 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cape Nome have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average temperature in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 16.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average pressure in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average wind speed in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).

Average humidity in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average humidity in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average rainfall in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").

Average rainfall days in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average snowfall in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average UV index in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in April
Cape Nome, AK

Average visibility in April - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).

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