April weather forecast
Fairbanks, AK

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The scenic Fairbanks City in Alaska, seen from across the Chena River
The scenic Fairbanks City in Alaska, seen from across the Chena River

Weather in April

Fairbanks marks the onset of spring in April, characterized by milder temperatures, decreased snowfall, and extended daylight. A notable reduction in snowfall to 2.95" (75mm) compared to March indicates a shift from winter conditions. Enjoy the increase in hours of daylight, now extending to 15.3 hours, which accompanies a warming trend in temperatures. Indeed, April is the time when winter loosens its icy grip on Fairbanks.

Temperature

Fairbanks's transition into April is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a subzero cold 20.5°F (-6.4°C) in March to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C). The average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) is witnessed in Fairbanks during April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Fairbanks, in April, during 11.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairbanks, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairbanks, Alaska, are January through May, August through December. In April, in Fairbanks, Alaska, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout April, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fairbanks, there are 74.3 snowfall days, and 24.49" (622mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fairbanks, Alaska, the average length of the day in April is 15h and 18min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Fairbanks is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in April leads to these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Fairbanks in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fairbanks, Alaska, are 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Fairbanks?

The average relative humidity in April is 86%.

How much does it rain in Fairbanks in April?

In Fairbanks, in April, during 11.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fairbanks in April?

In Fairbanks, in April, during 8.9 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Fairbanks?

The average day length in April in Fairbanks is 15h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Fairbanks?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairbanks, Alaska, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Fairbanks?

In Fairbanks, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Fairbanks?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairbanks is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average temperature in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9°F).

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Average pressure in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average pressure in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average wind speed in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October, November and December (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average humidity in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).

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Average rainfall in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average rainfall in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average snowfall in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average UV index in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are March, April and November (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in April
Fairbanks, AK

Average visibility in April - Fairbanks, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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