April weather forecast
Sand Point, AK

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Weather in April

April stands as the transitional period between winter and summer in Sand Point. This month sees a significant increase in daylight hours and a respectable rise in temperature. Notably, the rate of rainfall inches up, experiencing a slight rise from 2.44in to 2.52in. Although the wind starts to calm down, April tends to retain the coolness of the lingering winter chills. As April concludes, the anticipation for the warmth of summer begins to grow.

Temperature

During April, Sand Point observes a subtle ascent to a still cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) from March's 34°F (1.1°C) in the average high-temperature. A mean low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) is anticipated during the month of April, a slight step down from the daytime high.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Sand Point, Alaska, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Sand Point, in April, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sand Point, there are 172 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sand Point, Alaska, are January through May, October through December. In Sand Point, in April, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.6 snowfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Sand Point, in April, the average water temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).
Note: During swimming events, this situation presents an imminent life risk. Instantaneous loss of breath control makes clear thinking a near impossibility. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to limit thermal dissipation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Sand Point is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 9:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Sand Point, the average sunshine in April is 4.8h.

UV index

In Sand Point, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during April morphs into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is April cold in Sand Point?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Sand Point, is 37.6°F (3.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Sand Point?

In April, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Sand Point in April?

In April, in Sand Point, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout April, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Sand Point?

In Sand Point, Alaska, in April, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in April in Sand Point?

In Sand Point, the average seawater temperature in April is 38.8°F (3.8°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in April in Sand Point?

In Sand Point, Alaska, the average day length in April is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Sand Point?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 9:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sand Point, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 10:18 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sand Point have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Sand Point is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in April in Sand Point?

In Sand Point, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Sand Point, AK

Average temperature in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (54.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in April
Sand Point, AK

Average pressure in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.72"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (29.52"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Sand Point, AK

Average wind speed in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in April
Sand Point, AK

Average humidity in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (79%).

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Average rainfall in April
Sand Point, AK

Average rainfall in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in April
Sand Point, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Sand Point, AK

Average snowfall in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Sand Point, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Sand Point, AK

Average sea temperature in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average sea temperature in April: 38.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Sand Point, AK

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Sand Point, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.6 days).

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Average UV index in April
Sand Point, AK

Average UV index in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Sand Point, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and September (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in April
Sand Point, AK

Average visibility in April - Sand Point, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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