April weather forecast
Orca, AK

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Weather in April

April, like March, in Orca, Alaska, is an icy spring month, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

As Orca welcomes April, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from 34.2°F (1.2°C) in March to a still wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). In April, Orca temperatures settle at a low of 32°F (0°C) during the nights, reflecting a minor change from daytime highs.

Humidity

In Orca, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Orca, in April, during 15.4 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 191.3 rainfall days, and 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In April, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout April, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated. In Orca, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.1 days and aggregates up to 74.57" (1894mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Orca is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 9:42 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Orca, Alaska, the average sunshine in April is 6.4h.

UV index

In Orca, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Orca during April?

During April, Orca experiences an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32°F (0°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Orca?

The average relative humidity in April is 79%.

How many days does it rain in April in Orca?

In April, in Orca, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout April, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Orca?

In April, in Orca, Alaska, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout April, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Orca, the average day length in April is 14h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Orca?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orca, Alaska, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 9:42 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Orca?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Orca is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Orca?

In Orca, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Orca, AK

Average temperature in April - Orca, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in April
Orca, AK

Average pressure in April - Orca, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Orca, AK

Average wind speed in April - Orca, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
Orca, AK

Average humidity in April - Orca, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in April
Orca, AK

Average rainfall in April - Orca, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").

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Average rainfall days in April
Orca, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Orca, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Orca, AK

Average snowfall in April - Orca, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Orca, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Orca, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Orca, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 4min

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: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Orca, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Orca, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Orca, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Orca, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Orca, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in April
Orca, AK

Average visibility in April - Orca, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August and December (5mi).

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