April weather forecastKenai, AK
April
Weather in April
Kenai experiences evident weather changes in April, bidding adieu to heavy snowfall and welcoming sporadic rain showers. An increase in both sea and land temperatures represents a thawing environment but keeps a nip in the air. The city basks under 14.7 hours of daylight care of a retracting winter. Changes also become observable on the ground as the snow cover reduces, making way for sporadic green patches. All these commingle to assure the residents of impending spring.Temperature
A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during April, moving from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in March to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). Kenai's average temperature throughout the nights in April exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout April, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kenai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 19.49" (495mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, September through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 5.7 snowfall days, in April, Kenai aggregates 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 30.71" (780mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Kenai, Alaska, the average seawater temperature in April is 36.3°F (2.4°C).Note: While swimming, this is identified as life-endangering and very dangerous. The water's freezing temperatures cause intense discomfort and induce rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to mitigate thermal damage.
Daylight
In Kenai, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 43min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 10:04 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In Kenai, the average sunshine in April is 7.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Kenai, AK
- Average high temperature in April: 40.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in April
Kenai, AK
- Average pressure in April: 29.8"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Kenai, AK
- Average wind speed in April: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in April
Kenai, AK
- Average humidity in April: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in April
Kenai, AK
- Average rainfall in April: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.91").
Average rainfall days in April
Kenai, AK
- Average rainfall days in April: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in April
Kenai, AK
- Average snowfall in April: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Kenai, AK
- Average snowfall days in April: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in April
Kenai, AK
- Average sea temperature in April: 36.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34.2°F).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Kenai, AK
- Average daylight in April: 14h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in April: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in April
Kenai, AK
- Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.5 days).
Average UV index in April
Kenai, 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 January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
Kenai, AK
- Average cloud cover in April: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in April
Kenai, AK
- Average visibility in April: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).
