April weather forecast
Wainwright, AK

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Weather in April

April is a freezing cold spring month in Wainwright, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 3.6°F (-15.8°C) and max 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from March to April sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a polar cold 1.8°F (-16.8°C) to a subzero cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C). Wainwright in April experiences a low-temperature average of 3.6°F (-15.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Wainwright is 92%.

Rainfall

In Wainwright, Alaska, in April, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.3 rainfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Wainwright. In Wainwright, during April, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Wainwright, during the entire year, snow falls for 134.6 days and aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 16h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 9:52 pm. On the last day of April, in Wainwright, sunrise is at 4:58 am and sunset at 12:16 am AKDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Wainwright is April, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in April transforms into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is April in Wainwright?

In April, in Wainwright, the average high-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 3.6°F (-15.8°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Wainwright?

In Wainwright, Alaska, the average relative humidity in April is 92%.

How much does it rain in Wainwright in April?

In Wainwright, Alaska, in April, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wainwright in April?

In Wainwright, in April, during 13.9 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wainwright have in April?

In Wainwright, Alaska, the average day length in April is 16h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Wainwright?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 9:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wainwright, Alaska, sunrise is at 4:58 am and sunset at 12:16 am AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Wainwright?

The month with the most sunshine is April, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in April in Wainwright?

The average sunshine duration in April in Wainwright is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Wainwright?

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

Average temperature in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 14.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 3.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°F).

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Average pressure in April
Wainwright, AK

Average pressure in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Wainwright, AK

Average wind speed in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).

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Average humidity in April
Wainwright, AK

Average humidity in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in April
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in April
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

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Average snowfall days in April
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 16h and 4min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Wainwright, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in April
Wainwright, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Wainwright, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in April
Wainwright, AK

Average visibility in April - Wainwright, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).

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