April weather forecastWasilla, AK

The famed Chugach Mountain Ranges in Wasilla, AlaskaThe famed Chugach Mountain Ranges in Wasilla, Alaska

April

Weather in April

April proffers more significant shifts in Wasilla's weather as spring steps up its game. On average, the amount of daylight extends significantly to approximately 14.8 hours per day. This shift gives the town a brighter ambiance, making outdoor activities even more enjoyable. The gradual increase in temperatures creates the perfect ambiance for a springtime feel. The city shines under the reduction of snowfall down to slightly over an inch, signifying winter's end.

Temperature

The shift into April is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from March's subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is recorded during April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 81%.

Rainfall

In Wasilla, during April, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wasilla, in April, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wasilla, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 12.52" (318mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 10:03 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.5h.

UV index

In Wasilla, 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 average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during April translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

During April, Wasilla experiences an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

In April, the average relative humidity in Wasilla is 81%.

In Wasilla, in April, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Wasilla, during April, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

In April, the average day length is 14h and 50min.

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 10:03 pm AKDT.

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.5h.

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

  • Average high temperature in April: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average pressure in April: 29.83"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average wind speed in April: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).

Average humidity in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average humidity in April: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

Average rainfall in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average rainfall in April: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average snowfall in April: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average snowfall days in April: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average UV index in April: 2

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

Average cloud cover in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and May (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in April
Wasilla, AK

  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

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