April weather forecast
Kaktovik, AK

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Weather in April

April reveals further alterations in Kaktovik's weather pattern, showing significant signs of the Spring thaw. This period sees a substantial increase in daylight hours to 16.4 hours from the previous month's 11.8 hours. The weather seems to respond to Spring's arrival as temperature fluctuations become more pronounced. Melted snow leads to marginally increased rainfall, but snowfall continues in reduced amounts. The transition in weather encourages more outdoor activities, despite the ongoing dominance of chilly temperatures.

Temperature

As April arrives, Kaktovik's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from March's polar cold 0.3°F (-17.6°C) to a freezing cold 14.5°F (-9.7°C). Throughout the nights in April, an average low-temperature of 3°F (-16.1°C) is noted in Kaktovik, Alaska.

Humidity

In Kaktovik, the average relative humidity in April is 92%.

Rainfall

In Kaktovik, during April, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Kaktovik, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.7 days and collects up to 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Kaktovik, Alaska. In Kaktovik, in April, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Kaktovik, during the entire year, snow falls for 108.6 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Kaktovik, Alaska, is 16h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of April, in Kaktovik, sunrise is at 4:01 am and sunset at 11:01 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Kaktovik, Alaska, the average sunshine in April is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kaktovik are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is April in Kaktovik?

In April, in Kaktovik, the average high-temperature is 14.5°F (-9.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 3°F (-16.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Kaktovik?

In Kaktovik, Alaska, the average relative humidity in April is 92%.

How many days does it rain in April in Kaktovik?

In Kaktovik, Alaska, during April, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kaktovik in April?

In April, in Kaktovik, it is snowing for 12.7 days. Throughout April, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kaktovik have in April?

In Kaktovik, Alaska, the average day length in April is 16h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Kaktovik?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kaktovik, sunrise is at 4:01 am and sunset at 11:01 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kaktovik have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Kaktovik, Alaska, is 6.2h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Kaktovik are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in April in Kaktovik?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average temperature in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 14.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (48.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (39.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.7°F).

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Average pressure in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average pressure in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average wind speed in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.8mph).

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Average humidity in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average humidity in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

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Average rainfall in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average rainfall in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.9 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average snowfall in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.07").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 16h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average UV index in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average UV index in April: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average visibility in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).

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