April weather forecast
Kaktovik, AK

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Weather in April

April reveals further alterations in Kaktovik's weather pattern, showing significant signs of the Spring thaw. This period sees a substantial increase in daylight hours to 16.4 hours from the previous month's 11.8 hours. The weather seems to respond to Spring's arrival as temperature fluctuations become more pronounced. Melted snow leads to marginally increased rainfall, but snowfall continues in reduced amounts. The transition in weather encourages more outdoor activities, despite the ongoing dominance of chilly temperatures.

Temperature

April comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a polar cold 0.3°F (-17.6°C) in March to a subzero cold 14.5°F (-9.7°C). During April, Kaktovik records an average temperature of 3°F (-16.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 92%.

Rainfall

In Kaktovik, in April, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kaktovik, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.7 days and collects up to 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Kaktovik, in April, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 108.6 snowfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 16h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 4:01 am and sunset at 11:01 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Kaktovik, is 14.5°F (-9.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 3°F (-16.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Kaktovik, in April, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Kaktovik, in April, during 12.7 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

The average day length in April is 16h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:01 am and sunset at 11:01 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kaktovik have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in April in Kaktovik?

In Kaktovik, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average temperature in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 14.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (48.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (39.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.7°F).

Average pressure in April
Kaktovik, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average wind speed in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Kaktovik, AK

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

Average rainfall in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average rainfall in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in April
Kaktovik, AK

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average snowfall in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.07").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 16h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average UV index in April - Kaktovik, 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, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Kaktovik, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in April
Kaktovik, AK

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

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

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