April weather forecast
Nikolai, AK

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Weather in April

April is an icy spring month in Nikolai, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.2°F (1.2°C) and min 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

As Nikolai transitions into April, the average high-temperature shows a marked escalation, increasing from a freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C) in March to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average temperature drops to a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C) during the night in the month of April.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 15h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 9:08 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 10:32 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in April?

In Nikolai, 34.2°F (1.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How many days does it rain in April?

In Nikolai, during April, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April?

In Nikolai, in April, during 12.6 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In Nikolai, the average day length in April is 15h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 9:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 10:32 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

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

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Nikolai, AK

Average temperature in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average pressure in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average wind speed in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average humidity in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average UV index in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average visibility in April - Nikolai, 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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