April weather forecastNorth Pole, AK
April
Weather in April
April in North Pole, Alaska brings with it more palpable indicators of spring. Gradually, the frozen landscape begins to transform, signaling the retreat of winter. The average wind speed stays slightly above the March levels at 4.7mph (7.6km/h), although it remains in line with the gradually increasing spring temperatures. Signs of life return to the vegetation as snow recedes. As April concludes, it leaves a trail of transformation in its wake, setting up a much lighter and brighter stage for May.Temperature
April's arrival witnesses a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from March's freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C) to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). During April, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) at night.Humidity
In North Pole, the average relative humidity in April is 85%.Rainfall
In North Pole, during April, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In North Pole, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.2 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. In North Pole, Alaska, in April, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In North Pole, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.9 days and aggregates up to 24.37" (619mm) of snow.Daylight
In North Pole, the average length of the day in April is 15h and 17min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 10:16 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In North Pole, the average sunshine in April is 7.6h.UV index
In North Pole, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In April, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
North Pole, AK
- Average high temperature in April: 38.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.1°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 22.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°F).
Average pressure in April
North Pole, 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).
Average wind speed in April
North Pole, AK
- Average wind speed in April: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, October, November and December (4.3mph).
Average humidity in April
North Pole, AK
- Average humidity in April: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (56%).
Average rainfall in April
North Pole, AK
- Average rainfall in April: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in April
North Pole, AK
- Average rainfall days in April: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in April
North Pole, AK
- Average snowfall in April: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").
Average snowfall days in April
North Pole, AK
- Average snowfall days in April: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
North Pole, AK
- Average daylight in April: 15h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in April: 7h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in April
North Pole, AK
- Average sunshine days in April: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.4 days).
Average UV index in April
North Pole, 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 March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
North Pole, AK
- Average cloud cover in April: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in April
North Pole, 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).
