April weather forecast
Hughes, AK

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Weather in April

April in Hughes, Alaska, is a subzero cold spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Temperature

April is characterized by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from March's extreme cold 12.6°F (-10.8°C) to a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C). During April, Hughes experiences an average low-temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February through April, with an average relative humidity of 96%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout April, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hughes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.4 days and collects up to 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In April, it is snowing for 17.9 days. Throughout April, 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hughes, during the entire year, snow falls for 113.1 days and aggregates up to 53.5" (1359mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 15h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 9:14 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 10:55 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Hughes, the average sunshine in April is 3.5h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Hughes, records 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the low-temperature is 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

February through April, with an average relative humidity of 96%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 96%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Hughes, during April, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Hughes, during April, snow falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hughes have in April?

In April, the average day length is 15h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 9:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 10:55 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Hughes, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Hughes, AK

Average temperature in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Hughes, AK

Average pressure in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Hughes, AK

Average wind speed in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in April
Hughes, AK

Average humidity in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 96%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

Average rainfall in April
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in April
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

Average snowfall in April
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 8.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.54").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 3min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Hughes, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Hughes, AK

Average UV index in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average UV index in April: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Hughes, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in April
Hughes, AK

Average visibility in April - Hughes, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 2mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (2mi).

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