April weather forecast
Kodiak, AK

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Natural forests, mountains, and distant hill ranges surrounding the small town of Kodiak in Alaska
Natural forests, mountains, and distant hill ranges surrounding the small town of Kodiak in Alaska

Weather in April

In Kodiak, the Alaska weather in April brings a profound shift towards spring conditions. The average temperature, daylight hours, and sunshine duration increase considerably compared to March. However, April brings the highest number of rainfall days with an average of 15.1 days. Snowfall sees a substantial decrease with an average of 1.34" (34mm) recorded. The transition from a snowy winter to a rainy spring sets this month apart from others.

Temperature

The average high-temperature for April is a still wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Kodiak registers a subtle dip to an average of 35.8°F (2.1°C) during the nights of April.

Humidity

In Kodiak, the average relative humidity in April is 82%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout April, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kodiak, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Kodiak, during April, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.1 snowfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Kodiak, the average seawater temperature in April is 40.3°F (4.6°C).
Note: During swimming sessions, this situation poses an instant life risk. The control of breathing is completely lost, hampering clear thinking. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is a necessity to prevent thermal loss.

Daylight

In Kodiak, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:55 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Kodiak, the average sunshine in April is 5.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Kodiak, is 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 82%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Kodiak, in April, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Kodiak, in April, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in April?

In Kodiak, in April, the average water temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Kodiak have in April?

In Kodiak, the average day length in April is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:55 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kodiak have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Kodiak is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Kodiak, AK

Average temperature in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

Average pressure in April
Kodiak, AK

Average pressure in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.75"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Kodiak, AK

Average wind speed in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Kodiak, AK

Average humidity in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

Average rainfall in April
Kodiak, AK

Average rainfall in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in April
Kodiak, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Kodiak, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Kodiak, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Kodiak, AK

Average sea temperature in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average sea temperature in April: 40.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39.5°F).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Kodiak, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Kodiak, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Kodiak, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in April
Kodiak, AK

Average visibility in April - Kodiak, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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