April weather forecastFort Richardson, AK
April
Weather in April
April in Fort Richardson, Alaska, is an icy spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Temperature
With the onset of April, Fort Richardson's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in March to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). Fort Richardson's temperature drops to an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C) during the nights of April.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 81%.Rainfall
In Fort Richardson, in April, during 11.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Richardson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.6 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Richardson, in April, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.9 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day in Fort Richardson is 14h and 48min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 10:02 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In Fort Richardson, the average sunshine in April is 8.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In April, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average high temperature in April: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average pressure in April: 29.82"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.67"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average wind speed in April: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).
Average humidity in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average humidity in April: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).
Average rainfall in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average rainfall in April: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.59").
Average rainfall days in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average rainfall days in April: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average snowfall in April: 3.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average snowfall days in April: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average daylight in April: 14h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in April: 8h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average sunshine days in April: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (9.7 days).
Average UV index in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average UV index in April: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average cloud cover in April: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in April
Fort Richardson, AK
- Average visibility in April: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (5mi).
