April weather forecast
McGrath, AK

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Weather in April

April in McGrath, Alaska, is a cold spring month, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

April's arrival signals a significant increase in average high-temperatures, soaring from March's freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C) to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). An average temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) is recorded during the nights in April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 90%.

Rainfall

In McGrath, in April, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McGrath, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In McGrath, in April, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In McGrath, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.1 days and aggregates up to 38.66" (982mm) of snow.

Daylight

In McGrath, the average length of the day in April is 15h and 1min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 9:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 10:36 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In McGrath, the average sunshine in April is 5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in McGrath, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in April translates into these instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is April?

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In McGrath, the average relative humidity in April is 90%.

How much does it rain in April?

In McGrath, in April, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in McGrath in April?

In McGrath, in April, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McGrath have in April?

The average day length in April is 15h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 9:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 10:36 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McGrath have in April?

In McGrath, the average sunshine duration in April is 5h.

How high is the UV index in April?

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

Average temperature in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in April
McGrath, AK

Average pressure in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.83"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
McGrath, AK

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, November and December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in April
McGrath, AK

Average humidity in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

Average rainfall in April
McGrath, AK

Average rainfall in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in April
McGrath, AK

Average rainfall days in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
McGrath, AK

Average snowfall in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
McGrath, AK

Average snowfall days in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 12.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and November (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
McGrath, AK

Average sunshine days in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).

Average UV index in April
McGrath, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
McGrath, AK

Average cloud cover in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in April
McGrath, AK

Average visibility in April - McGrath, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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