April weather forecastSkagway, AK
April
Weather in April
April signals a notable shift in Skagway's weather as the spring season settles in. The city witnesses a high increase in temperatures, with lows rising from 9.1°F (-12.7°C) in March to 18.9°F (-7.3°C) in April. While the rainfall remains pretty consistent, the snow gives way to rain, and the city barely experiences any snowfall. More noticeable are the longer hours of daylight and sunshine, which contribute to the warming trend. The overall visibility improves too, thanks to the reduced cloud cover, making April a pleasant time in Skagway.Temperature
The start of April brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from March's 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to a still subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Throughout April, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 91%.Rainfall
In Skagway, in April, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Skagway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Skagway, in April, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.91" (150mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 95.8 snowfall days, and 78.78" (2001mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:55 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In Skagway, the average sunshine in April is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents 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 transforms into these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Skagway, AK
- Average high temperature in April: 31.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (17.8°F).
- Average low temperature in April: 18.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7°F).
Average pressure in April
Skagway, AK
- Average pressure in April: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in April
Skagway, AK
- Average wind speed in April: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (5.5mph).
Average humidity in April
Skagway, AK
- Average humidity in April: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
Average rainfall in April
Skagway, AK
- Average rainfall in April: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.54").
Average rainfall days in April
Skagway, AK
- Average rainfall days in April: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).
Average snowfall in April
Skagway, AK
- Average snowfall in April: 5.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (19.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in April
Skagway, AK
- Average snowfall days in April: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Skagway, AK
- Average daylight in April: 14h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in April: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in April
Skagway, AK
- Average sunshine days in April: 8.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).
Average UV index in April
Skagway, 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, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
Skagway, AK
- Average cloud cover in April: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 51).
Average visibility in April
Skagway, AK
- Average visibility in April: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).
