April weather forecast
Shishmaref, AK

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Weather in April

April in Shishmaref, Alaska, is a freezing cold spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) and an average high of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of April, Shishmaref sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from March's frigid cold 10.8°F (-11.8°C) to a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C). Shishmaref experiences a mean temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) during April nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 91%.

Rainfall

In Shishmaref, in April, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.8 rainfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Shishmaref, in April, during 8.8 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.9 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 15h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 10:02 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 11:44 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Shishmaref, Alaska, the average sunshine in April is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Shishmaref, Alaska. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in April?

The high-temperature during April is 23°F (-5°C) and the low-temperature is 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

In April, the average relative humidity is 91%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Shishmaref, in April, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in April?

In Shishmaref, in April, during 8.8 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shishmaref have in April?

In April, the average day length is 15h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 10:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 11:44 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, April, October 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 April, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average temperature in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (52.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-0.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average pressure in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.9"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and May (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.74"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average wind speed in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9mph).

Average humidity in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average humidity in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, September and October (79%).

Average rainfall in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average rainfall in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in April
Shishmaref, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 3min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average UV index in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average UV index in April: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Shishmaref, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in April
Shishmaref, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).

Shishmaref, Alaska, USA

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