April weather forecast
Big Lake, AK

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Weather in April

April strides into Big Lake, Alaska, with a pleasant change in climatic conditions. The snowfall drastically dips to 1.61" (41mm), marking a significant decline from the heavy snowfall in March. Combined with a notable rise in temperature, this month ushers in a refreshing spring vibe. Further moving towards May, April bids good-bye to the last snowflakes, paving the way for a warmer, snow-free environment. All in all, April marks a departure from the extended winter season.

Temperature

As Big Lake enters April, the average high-temperature increases from the a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) of March to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). During April, Big Lake's temperature averages to a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

April and May are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In April, in Big Lake, Alaska, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout April, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. In Big Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 22.48" (571mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Big Lake, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of April, in Big Lake, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 10:05 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Big Lake, the average sunshine in April is 8.7h.

UV index

In Big Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in April interprets into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is April?

In Big Lake, in April, the average high-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are April and May Rain falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Big Lake, in April, during 11.4 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in April?

In Big Lake, in April, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Big Lake have in April?

The average day length in April is 14h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 10:05 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Lake have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Big Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Big Lake, AK

Average temperature in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Big Lake, AK

Average pressure in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.82"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Big Lake, AK

Average wind speed in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in April
Big Lake, AK

Average humidity in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

Average rainfall in April
Big Lake, AK

Average rainfall in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").

Average rainfall days in April
Big Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Big Lake, AK

Average snowfall in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Big Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Big Lake, AK

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Big Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Big Lake, AK

Average UV index in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in April: 3

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

Average cloud cover in April
Big Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in April
Big Lake, AK

Average visibility in April - Big Lake, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

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

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