April weather forecast
Palmer, AK

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The scenic Mountain Park within the Mine State Historical Park in Palmer Province, Alaska
The scenic Mountain Park within the Mine State Historical Park in Palmer Province, Alaska

Weather in April

Palmer in April sees substantial changes in weather parameters. A major uplift in temperatures from March, with a high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) to an impressive 36.1°F (2.3°C) makes it feel like true spring has arrived. The city receives the highest rainfall of 1.1" (28mm) and significant daylight to enjoy outdoor activities. The arrival of May brings added warmth, inviting residents to enjoy the longer days and lesser rainfall. April is, therefore, a remarkable month transitionally, bridging the gap between the cold and warm months.

Temperature

Palmer's transition into April is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in March to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). Palmer observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) during the month of April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 82%.

Rainfall

In Palmer, Alaska, in April, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 190.7 rainfall days, and 17.4" (442mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Palmer, during April, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Palmer, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.2 days and aggregates up to 33.5" (851mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Palmer, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 10:02 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Palmer, the average sunshine in April is 8.4h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Palmer is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Palmer, records 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°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 Palmer?

In Palmer, in April, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Palmer, in April, during 8.5 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Palmer have in April?

In April, the average day length is 14h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 10:02 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Palmer?

In Palmer, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Palmer?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Palmer, AK

Average temperature in April - Palmer, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Palmer, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Palmer, AK

Average wind speed in April - Palmer, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).

Average humidity in April
Palmer, AK

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (69%).

Average rainfall in April
Palmer, AK

Average rainfall in April - Palmer, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in April
Palmer, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Palmer, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Palmer, AK

Average snowfall in April - Palmer, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Palmer, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Palmer, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Palmer, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Palmer, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Palmer, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Palmer, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Palmer, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Palmer, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in April
Palmer, AK

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

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

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